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- 📱 FOMO SoftPOS: Transforming Singapore SMEs with Smartphone Card Payment Capability FOMO Pay launched its SoftPOS solution in Singapore on 18 October 2023, enabling SMEs to accept Visa, Mastercard, and UnionPay card payments via NFC-enabled Android smartphones, without additional hardware.
- 🌿 Singapore's Emissions Peak by 2028: Singapore projects its emissions will reach a peak of 64.43 million tonnes in 2028: Report The National Environment Agency of Singapore anticipates the country's greenhouse gas emissions will peak at 64.43 million tonnes by 2028. This forecast aligns with Singapore's Sustainable Singapore Blueprint, targeting net-zero emissions by 2050.
- 📷 Deepfake Scandal Shocks Singapore: Police Probe Targets Fake Nude Images of Sports School Students On October 8, 2023, the Singapore Police initiated an investigation into deepfake nude photos allegedly depicting Singapore Sports School students. The images were circulated without consent, prompting swift legal and institutional responses.
- 📈 Singapore Fintech Festival 2024 Highlights: Key Innovations and Discussions Unveiled Held from November 11 to November 15, 2024, the Singapore Fintech Festival showcased groundbreaking technologies, including a $1.2 billion investment announcement by Grab. Leading the discussions, Minister Heng Swee Keat emphasized sustainable fintech growth.
- ⚡ K&L Gates Boosts Singapore Energy Team: Expands Expertise in Renewable Projects K&L Gates has significantly expanded its energy practice in Singapore by hiring three experienced lawyers. This strategic move aims to enhance their renewable energy expertise in the Asia-Pacific region.
- 💼 Singapore's Insolvency Overhaul: New Bill Eases Corporate Bankruptcy for Struggling Firms The government of Singapore introduced the Insolvency, Restructuring and Dissolution (Amendment) Bill in early October 2023, aiming to simplify the bankruptcy process for struggling companies, reducing costs and formalities significantly.
- 🔍 Police Probe Deepfake Scandal: Singapore Sports School Students Targeted by Peers On 12 November 2024, Singapore police began investigating deepfake nude images of Singapore Sports School students. Created by fellow students, the incident highlights growing concerns over digital exploitation and privacy breaches.
- 🌍 Singapore Commits US$500M for Asia's Decarbonisation at COP29 Singapore announced a US$500 million pledge at COP29 to support Asia's decarbonisation. The fund targets renewable energy solutions and carbon markets, marking a significant regional effort against climate change.
- 🌧️ Rising Debt Burdens Threaten Young Adults in Singapore In September 2023, young adults in Singapore face increasing financial strain as average debt reaches SGD 79,000, according to a report by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). Rising living costs compound the issue.
- 🎉 Controversial Celebration: Man's Funeral-Themed Birthday Sparks Debate in Singapore 🎉 Controversial Celebration: Man's Funeral-Themed Birthday Sparks Debate in Singapore Javier Yeo celebrated his 33rd birthday on October 15, 2023, with a funeral-themed party in Singapore, where guests attended in mourning attire. The unconventional theme sparked online controversy, mixing celebratory and solemn elements, including a symbolic "final farewell" cake.
- 📈 Rising Profits for Singapore Stocks: Are These 4 Companies a Good Buy? ComfortDelGro, Genting Singapore, Singapore Technologies Engineering, and Sembcorp Industries report higher profits as of October 10, 2023. Investors evaluate their growth potential, considering each company's strategic direction and sector performance.
- 🛍️ Uncover Singapore's Cultural Gems: A Guide to Peranakan Tiles, Shoes, and More Peranakan Families, including the celebrated Chng family, have preserved tile-making traditions. Shops like Rumah Kim Choo and shoe boutique Charles & Keith highlight unique Peranakan artistry in Singapore.
- 🚢 MPA Singapore and SIPAC Pioneer Green Maritime Solutions The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the Shanghai International Port Group (SIPAC) signed an agreement on 10th October 2023 to collaborate on eco-friendly and digital maritime innovations.
- 📸 Police Probe Deepfake Scandal: Nude Photos of Sports School Students Surface On 12 October 2023, Singapore Police investigated deepfake nude photos of Singapore Sports School students circulating online. No arrests have been made yet. Parents and school were alerted for urgent action.
- 📉 Singapore Stocks Dip: STI Falls 0.8% as US Dollar Strength Impacts Asian Markets The Straits Times reported on October 12, 2023, that the Straits Times Index (STI) declined by 0.8%, reflecting the ongoing impact of the strong US dollar on Asian stocks.
- 🥡 Import Flexibility: Consumers to Gain Flexibility in Importing Food Under New Law Proposal Proposed amendments to the Sale of Food Act and Wholesome Meat and Fish Act, discussed by Dr. Koh Poh Koon in Parliament, allow increased personal import limits and stricter penalties for non-compliance.
- 💰 Singapore Plans $1.5 Trillion Government Securities Issuance to Bolster CPF, Debt Market Singapore's Ministry of Finance announced plans on October 27, 2023, to issue $1.5 trillion in government securities. The move aims to enhance the Central Provident Fund (CPF) and stimulate the local debt market. This substantial increase in issuance underscores the government's commitment to strengthening Singapore's economic framework and providing robust investment opportunities.
- 💰 Singapore to Issue $1.5 Trillion in Govt Securities to Boost CPF and Debt Market Singapore's Government plans to raise its securities issuance to $1.5 trillion to enhance Central Provident Fund investments and develop the local debt market, Finance Minister Lawrence Wong announced on October 4, 2023.
- 💼 Tokyo International Launches in Singapore with Southeast Asia Strategy Tokyo International Law Office has opened its Singapore branch on September 10, 2023, aiming at Southeast Asia's market, led by Managing Partner Yuki Tanaka and focusing on cross-border transactions and local legal services.
- 💰 Singapore Raises Debt Limit for Government Securities to S$1.5 Trillion Singapore's Ministry of Finance announced on October 2, 2023, an increase in the issuance limit for Singapore Government Securities and Treasury bills from S$1.0 trillion to S$1.5 trillion, effective immediately.
- 📱 FOMO SoftPOS: Transforming Singapore SMEs with Smartphone Card Payment Capability FOMO Pay launched its SoftPOS solution in Singapore on 18 October 2023, enabling SMEs to accept Visa, Mastercard, and UnionPay card payments via NFC-enabled Android smartphones, without additional hardware.
- 🌿 Singapore's Emissions Peak by 2028: Singapore projects its emissions will reach a peak of 64.43 million tonnes in 2028: Report The National Environment Agency of Singapore anticipates the country's greenhouse gas emissions will peak at 64.43 million tonnes by 2028. This forecast aligns with Singapore's Sustainable Singapore Blueprint, targeting net-zero emissions by 2050.
- 📷 Deepfake Scandal Shocks Singapore: Police Probe Targets Fake Nude Images of Sports School Students On October 8, 2023, the Singapore Police initiated an investigation into deepfake nude photos allegedly depicting Singapore Sports School students. The images were circulated without consent, prompting swift legal and institutional responses.
- 📈 Singapore Fintech Festival 2024 Highlights: Key Innovations and Discussions Unveiled Held from November 11 to November 15, 2024, the Singapore Fintech Festival showcased groundbreaking technologies, including a $1.2 billion investment announcement by Grab. Leading the discussions, Minister Heng Swee Keat emphasized sustainable fintech growth.
- ⚡ K&L Gates Boosts Singapore Energy Team: Expands Expertise in Renewable Projects K&L Gates has significantly expanded its energy practice in Singapore by hiring three experienced lawyers. This strategic move aims to enhance their renewable energy expertise in the Asia-Pacific region.
- 💼 Singapore's Insolvency Overhaul: New Bill Eases Corporate Bankruptcy for Struggling Firms The government of Singapore introduced the Insolvency, Restructuring and Dissolution (Amendment) Bill in early October 2023, aiming to simplify the bankruptcy process for struggling companies, reducing costs and formalities significantly.
- 🔍 Police Probe Deepfake Scandal: Singapore Sports School Students Targeted by Peers On 12 November 2024, Singapore police began investigating deepfake nude images of Singapore Sports School students. Created by fellow students, the incident highlights growing concerns over digital exploitation and privacy breaches.
- 🌍 Singapore Commits US$500M for Asia's Decarbonisation at COP29 Singapore announced a US$500 million pledge at COP29 to support Asia's decarbonisation. The fund targets renewable energy solutions and carbon markets, marking a significant regional effort against climate change.
- 🌧️ Rising Debt Burdens Threaten Young Adults in Singapore In September 2023, young adults in Singapore face increasing financial strain as average debt reaches SGD 79,000, according to a report by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). Rising living costs compound the issue.
- 🎉 Controversial Celebration: Man's Funeral-Themed Birthday Sparks Debate in Singapore 🎉 Controversial Celebration: Man's Funeral-Themed Birthday Sparks Debate in Singapore Javier Yeo celebrated his 33rd birthday on October 15, 2023, with a funeral-themed party in Singapore, where guests attended in mourning attire. The unconventional theme sparked online controversy, mixing celebratory and solemn elements, including a symbolic "final farewell" cake.
- 📈 Rising Profits for Singapore Stocks: Are These 4 Companies a Good Buy? ComfortDelGro, Genting Singapore, Singapore Technologies Engineering, and Sembcorp Industries report higher profits as of October 10, 2023. Investors evaluate their growth potential, considering each company's strategic direction and sector performance.
- 🛍️ Uncover Singapore's Cultural Gems: A Guide to Peranakan Tiles, Shoes, and More Peranakan Families, including the celebrated Chng family, have preserved tile-making traditions. Shops like Rumah Kim Choo and shoe boutique Charles & Keith highlight unique Peranakan artistry in Singapore.
- 🚢 MPA Singapore and SIPAC Pioneer Green Maritime Solutions The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the Shanghai International Port Group (SIPAC) signed an agreement on 10th October 2023 to collaborate on eco-friendly and digital maritime innovations.
- 📸 Police Probe Deepfake Scandal: Nude Photos of Sports School Students Surface On 12 October 2023, Singapore Police investigated deepfake nude photos of Singapore Sports School students circulating online. No arrests have been made yet. Parents and school were alerted for urgent action.
- 📉 Singapore Stocks Dip: STI Falls 0.8% as US Dollar Strength Impacts Asian Markets The Straits Times reported on October 12, 2023, that the Straits Times Index (STI) declined by 0.8%, reflecting the ongoing impact of the strong US dollar on Asian stocks.
- 🥡 Import Flexibility: Consumers to Gain Flexibility in Importing Food Under New Law Proposal Proposed amendments to the Sale of Food Act and Wholesome Meat and Fish Act, discussed by Dr. Koh Poh Koon in Parliament, allow increased personal import limits and stricter penalties for non-compliance.
- 💰 Singapore Plans $1.5 Trillion Government Securities Issuance to Bolster CPF, Debt Market Singapore's Ministry of Finance announced plans on October 27, 2023, to issue $1.5 trillion in government securities. The move aims to enhance the Central Provident Fund (CPF) and stimulate the local debt market. This substantial increase in issuance underscores the government's commitment to strengthening Singapore's economic framework and providing robust investment opportunities.
- 💰 Singapore to Issue $1.5 Trillion in Govt Securities to Boost CPF and Debt Market Singapore's Government plans to raise its securities issuance to $1.5 trillion to enhance Central Provident Fund investments and develop the local debt market, Finance Minister Lawrence Wong announced on October 4, 2023.
- 💼 Tokyo International Launches in Singapore with Southeast Asia Strategy Tokyo International Law Office has opened its Singapore branch on September 10, 2023, aiming at Southeast Asia's market, led by Managing Partner Yuki Tanaka and focusing on cross-border transactions and local legal services.
- 💰 Singapore Raises Debt Limit for Government Securities to S$1.5 Trillion Singapore's Ministry of Finance announced on October 2, 2023, an increase in the issuance limit for Singapore Government Securities and Treasury bills from S$1.0 trillion to S$1.5 trillion, effective immediately.
