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4 measures investors and businesses must be aware of in 2024

One of the measures will screen investments in entities critical to Singapore’s national security.

Financial services emerge as top practice area for Singapore’s lawyers

The emergence of new technologies is forcing a ‘new age of lawyering,’ says expert.

UOB deploys AI tools to level up employees’ productivity

The bank with the largest consumer footprint in ASEAN leads the way in adopting Microsoft’s Copilot for more collaborative and productive banking.

HSBC SG's Tancy Tan on balancing risk and innovation in AI adoption

COO Tancy Tan says the bank currently runs over 100 use cases for generative AI.

Italy brings its strong suits to Singapore’s fintech expo

Italian trade executive says 9 firms at the Singapore Fintech Festival 2023 exemplify the diverse range of products and expertise Italy can bring to the table.

Trust Bank sets the bar for digital banking in Asia Pacific

The digital bank targets to be Singapore's fourth largest retail bank, CEO Dwaipayan Sadhu said.

Accor’s Hotel Faber Park SG offers unique experience for culture-seeking travellers

Singapore’s first Handwritten Collection hotel was inspired by the iconic Mount Faber.

How brands can avoid inauthentic nostalgia marketing

A GlobalData expert flag inauthenticity in using throwback marketing and cite brand campaigns that are winning hearts.

Singapore to pilot use of wholesale CBCDs in 2024: Menon

MAS is also rolling out GPRNT.AI, an ESG data platform for financial institutions.

Mirroring the circular economy, Carousell furnishes HQ with repurposed, second-hand items

The company’s ‘Snorlax’ meeting room has namesake plush toys bought from a Carousell user.

ZALORA seizes opportunity in revenge tourists’ purchasing power

The e-commerce platform added more travel-related items catering to the rise in travel searches from customers.

Lylo elevates short term car rental services with care packages, delivery option

The company assures that renting a car in Singapore comes with convenience and peace of mind.

Tokyo seeks “friendliest city” title for local, foreign startups

It looks to increase its number of unicorns and startups tenfold over the next 5 years.

Manulife Singapore targets rapidly growing high-net-worth market

New data suggests young beats old in appetite for investments.

OUE Healthcare poised to capture foreign patient demand for specialist care services

The healthcare group recently partnered with three medical specialist groups including two leading respiratory and cardiothoracic surgery specialist practices.

Potential influx of expats from Hong Kong to spark demand for homes in prime districts

A Savills expert said Hong Kong expats are likely to purchase homes in District 9, 10, and 11.