Professional Services/Legal

ISCA, COC launches new anti-money laundering initiatives for charities

The two will be subsidising services to enhance anti-AML/CFT capabilities.

Leung Yiu Chown steps down as CTO of Karin Technology

Chown will take up the position of executive consultant.

Former Transport Minister Iswaran pleads guilty to accepting gifts while in office

He also pleaded guilty to one charge of obstruction of justice.

EnterpriseSG, Google Cloud accept 35 startups under AI program

The three-month program is scheduled to begin February 2025.

Vibrant Group subsidiary files legal action against I-Land Industrial Park

Crystal Freight filed a statement of claim to recover $43,489.02 of unpaid services.

Ascent Bridge applies for extension to issue annual report for 2024

The group's auditors said they need more time to complete audit procedures.

MinLaw introduces AI module with Lupl for SG law firms

This allows legal professionals to focus on higher-value work. The Ministry of Law (MinLaw) and legal project management platform Lupl have launched...

Proposed bill banning deepfakes 'a proactive move': expert

Another expert said that the ban will mitigate the risk of misleading the public.

PwC to pioneer GenAI in Singapore’s legal services sector with new partnership

PwC has forged partnerships with GenAI companies Harvey and ContractPodAi.

COTD: Singapore ranks fourth in APAC for legal office leasing in H1 2024

Singapore also offers the second-highest salary range for first-year legal associates in APAC.

Gig workers to get housing, retirement adequacy with new bill

If passed, it will take effect on 1 January 2025.

CCCS fines Rei Securite and ex-director over bid-rigging activity

The competition watchdog imposed $8,787 in total financial penalties on the two.

Scope creep, low fees prompted new blueprint for architects

New framework from the Singapore Institute of Architects aims to ensure fair compensation.

New gov’t unit to resolve severe neighbour disputes

It will initially operate for one year in selected HDB estates.

Anti-money laundering bill to tighten customer due diligence checks in casinos

The bill seeks to lower the threshold for suspicious transactions to S$4,000.