Singapore

Singapore-based ServiceBuro taps Philippine talent for businesses in Asia

The company boasts German-led operations and an established EOR framework which helps businesses access skilled professionals and support staff with speed and cost efficiency.

Jurong Island's 200 MW battery system excluded from power reserves

The facility can discharge for one hour at its maximum power output.

Borrowing rate stays low at 1.2% despite higher US yields: MAS

The three-month compounded SORA remained below its 10-year average of 1.5%.

Singapore’s 9.25-GW import approvals yet to break ground

No approved project has reached financial close or commenced construction.

Singapore private sector posts 58.1 PMI in September

Input costs hit a survey record as supplier performance deteriorated sharply.

Prudential plan eases protection gap for caregivers

Children receive lifetime cover whilst parents gain protection for specified age-related conditions.

Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 1.63%; Top stock is Hongkong Land

Hongkong Land is the top stock with a 2.73% increase.

Rising rates to favour OCBC and UOB over DBS

OCBC gains about S$6m per 1 basis point movement in the rates of four currencies.

CCS seeks views on KONE’s proposed TK Elevator deal

It is looking at the potential impact on elevator and escalator installation amongst pthers.

Consumers open to AI, demand stronger safeguards

Only 32% are likely to let AI make decisions independently.

Digital adoption hits 96.4% of firms in 2025

Average use per enterprise grew to 2.5 from 2.3 areas out of six.

AI phishing hits 58% despite high detection: Yubico

Phishing detection reached 59%, above the 53% global average.

IWG brings OpenOffice brand to Southeast Asia with Singapore debut

The brand had previously operated only in Japan, Korea and Hong Kong.

Deluge targets $23.4m gross proceeds in SGX offering

Proceeds are earmarked for infrastructure facilities and operational capabilities.

Singapore proposes amendment to maritime laws to cover cybersecurity

The bill also updates MPA’s regulatory powers to cover drones and autonomous vehicles.

MAS issues AI risk management guidelines for financial sector

MAS plans to consult on additional guidance on agentic AI in 2027.