The major US tolling company that was sold to a Singapore-based firm under the Biden administration is reigniting national security concerns over its links to China.
AI chatbot in Singapore could replace buyer agents in property deals
Maia, as the AI bot is called, is the first of its kind in Singapore and takes only a 0.2% commission. Read more at straitstimes.com.
China-linked firm gets EZ pass contract in New Jersey, former senator calls it ‘worse’ than TikTok
A Singapore-owned company was awarded the automated tolling contract for the New Jersey Turnpike, and its ties to the Chinese government and communist party are raising alarms.
Singapore sees 21% rise in tourists; Indians, Chinese among top visitors
Singapore recorded a 21% increase in international visitor arrivals last year, reaching 16.5 million, the highest number since the Covid-19 pandemic, Singapore Tourism Board (STB) said in a statement …
Singapore Remains Biggest Foreign Investor in Myanmar
With US$456 million invested in Myanmar last year alone, Singapore plays a substantial role in funding the junta’s abuses, be it by producing oil or paying it hard cash.
Singapore auction listings rise in Q4 2024, but sales lag behind
The Singapore auction market saw a notable increase in listings in Q4 2024, but a persistent gap in price expectations between buyers and sellers remains, Knigh …
Five key themes shaping Singapore’s economic outlook in 2025
SINGAPORE’S economy is poised to remain dynamic in 2025, navigating through challenges such as geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties while capitalising on favourable global trends. Read …
Five key themes shaping Singapore’s economic outlook in 2025
SINGAPORE’S economy is poised to remain dynamic in 2025, navigating through challenges such as geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties while capitalising on favourable global trends. Read …
SingPost Singapore CEO Shahrin Abdol Salam resigns after less than a year in the role
SINGAPORE: SingPost’s CEO for its Singapore business, Mr Shahrin Abdol Salam, has resigned after less than a year in the role. SingPost confirmed this on Monday (Feb 3) in response to CNA’s queries, …
Singapore’s 2025 Budget statement to be delivered on Feb 18 at 3.30pm
SINGAPORE: Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong will deliver Singapore’s 2025 Budget statement in parliament on Feb 18 at 3.30pm, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) said on Monday (Feb 3).