Singapore
Sygnum Singapore obtains major payments institution license
Sygnum Singapore obtains major payments institution license
It can now operate its DPT brokerage service in Singapore.
UOB joins LCH SwapClear and ForexClear as as direct clearing member
UOB is the first SEA bank to join ForexClear as a direct member.
Professional services firms lag in digital sustainability efforts: study
FMCG, transportation, and infrastructure sectors are “digital sustainability sceptics.”
UOB trials Microsoft 365 Copilot Generative AI
The AI tool was first introduced by Microsoft in March 2023.
RafflesMedical acquires majority stake in a Vietnam hospital
The deal is subjected to the fulfilment of certain conditions and regulatory approvals.
EMA to form energy supply resilience advisory panel
EMA to form energy supply resilience advisory panel
Singlife introduces upgraded plans for policyholders with mild disability
The upgraded plans are measured by the customer’s ADL performance.
LTA awards two civil contracts for CRL Phase 2 project
The contracts are worth $961m.
Global Payments and Visa launch mobile tap payment solution in SG
Sellers will facilitate payments easily using smartphones.
Flight demand soars in Singapore due to Coldplay and Taylor Swift concerts
The total searches to SG went up by 18% on average.
Great Eastern subsidiaries propose acquisition of AmMetLife Insurance
The firm wants 100% of shares in AmMetLife Insurance and AnMetLife Takaful.
SG adds around 500 beds to SG healthcare facilities, more expected by year-end
Singapore aims to add 1,300 beds by the end of the year, Health Minister Ong Ye Kung said.
Central bank announces new savings bond with average yield of 3.32%
Its amount offered is at $1b.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI fell 0.19%; SCI is most active stock
Sembcorp Industries traded 1.57% up.
4 in 10 SHEIN users prefer buying from sustainable brands
The ultra-fast fashion business has long faced criticism over its environmental impact.
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