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MAS proposes framework to govern AI agents

MAS proposes framework to govern AI agents

AI agents in finance now act faster than humans can directly intervene, MAS said.

Human oversight remains central as insurers adopt agentic AI: valantic

Agentic AI handles verification and analysis whilst people make final decisions.

Renewed EnterpriseSG-JETRO pact expands into AI, biotech, and energy

SMEs and corporates gain access via business matching and ecosystem linkages.

Real estate investments set to pass 2017 peak as H1 hits $35.2b

Commercial deals captured 50.7% of first-half investment volumes.

Consumers ‘quiet quit’ unreliable brands rather than post bad reviews

Over half would stop purchasing products or services entirely.

Frasers Property names CLD's Tan Wee Hsien as Singapore CEO

He will succeed Soon Su Lin on 1 October, as she moves into an advisory role. 

Travel trends reshape banks' payment strategies: Euromonitor

AI and experiences are changing how lenders compete for travel spending.

Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 1.08%; Top stock is ST Engineering

ST Engineering is the top stock with a 2.65% increase.

iWOW completes acquisition of The Gentle Group

The target company has become a wholly owned subsidiary following the completion of the deal on 1 July.

Koh Brothers Eco gets in-principle nod for Mainboard transfer

The proposed move from Catalist remains subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals.

Singapore ranks second in 2026 global relocation index

The city-state topped the entrepreneur and tax-friendliness rankings but scored poorly for housing affordability.

NIO deliveries jump 63% in June

The electric vehicle maker delivered 107,658 vehicles in the second quarter, up 49.4% YoY.

CICT completes acquisition of Paragon

The trust fully utilised the $750m raised through its private placement to help finance the deal.

Gprnt, SGX enhance ESGenome climate reporting platform

The upgraded portal will help listed companies meet ISSB-aligned disclosure requirements.

Singapore IPOs test pipeline depth after S$3b proceeds

SGX nears 30 listings as issuers weigh broader sectors beyond trusts and data centres.

Singapore employers face talent split as AI hiring tightens

Specialist roles remain candidate-led whilst workers prioritise flexibility stability and development.

Agentic AI tests Singapore governance as workflows expand

Firms are adopting AI agents for productivity while governance gaps raise questions on control and accountability.