We’ve seen our share of deepfakes and while some of them are realistic AF, some just pass off as deeply disturbing – in a make-your-skin-crawl way. FYI, deepfakes are “synthetic media that have been …
Indonesia, Singapore condemn ‘shootout’ involving ASEAN officials in Myanmar
Indonesia and Singapore condemned an attack against a convoy including Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) officials delivering humanitarian aid in Myanmar and called for an end to violence …
Ex-Citigroup Banking Research Veteran Kong Joins Singapore’s UOB
Former Citigroup Inc. analyst Robert Kong, who covered Asia lenders, has joined United Overseas Bank Ltd., according to people familiar with the matter.
10 Fintech Conferences and Networking Events in Thailand to Attend Through 2023
Thailand’s fintech sector has historically lagged behind that of ASEAN counterparts such as Singapore or Vietnam, but recent regulatory efforts by the Bank of Thailand as well as booming adoption of …
In Singapore, priced-out young singles rail at the PAP over property policies: ‘they’re so unaware’
Some 2 in 3 Singaporeans in their 20s report having to contend with the city state’s red-hot rental market due to insufficient savings. Most are ineligible for public flats until they hit 35 – unless …
Heart of the Matter: Why ultra-rich foreigners will still buy property in Singapore
Foreigners buying residential property in Singapore will now pay 60 per cent additional buyer’s stamp duty, up from 30 per cent. While this is the steepest increase in the latest round of property …
FedEx (FDX) to Shift Asia Base to Singapore From Hong Kong
FedEx Corp. is planning on moving its Asia-Pacific regional headquarters to Singapore from Hong Kong — another blow to the city’s image as an international business hub.
Rise in Singapore property tax will help reduce property overhang in Johor
Singapore’s move to raise property taxes for non-residents in the republic will help reduce the number of unsold properties in Johor, Johor Housing and Local Government Committee chairman Datuk Mohd …
Rise in Singapore property tax will help reduce property overhang in Johor, says state housing committee chairman
Singapore’s move to raise property taxes for non-residents in the republic will help reduce the number of unsold properties in Johor, Johor Housing and …
This Singaporean bought an old house in Japan for $30,000
He is the proud owner of a 120 sq m guesthouse in Ryujinmura, which he bought with two friends. Read more at straitstimes.com.