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Consumers crave human connection amidst era of automation

Businesses should balance automation with personal care, says Euromonitor International.

Consumers crave human connection amidst era of automation

Businesses should balance automation with personal care, says Euromonitor International.

The ChatGPT effect? Investors bet big on deep tech startups 

An expert from Velocity Ventures believes new startups will build their business models on the chatbot.

20 Hottest Startups of 2023

Healthtech startups dominated the list.

What homebuyers want: Three key trends reshaping the property market

GuocoLand capitalised on these trends, resulting in 84% of Lentor Modern units sold in two days.

‘Stand-off’ between VCs and entrepreneurs pushes funding volumes down

In the fourth quarter of 2022, VC investment dropped to $22.6b.

MBA programmes expand globally despite cost pressures

Providers offer experiential learning programmes through disruptive technologies.

Private trustees take over bankruptcy cases in Singapore

Legal experts said this change will speed up bankruptcy cases, but warn of negative implications.

ONE Pass visa faces delicate balance between talent attraction and salary pressures

The $30,000 salary threshold of the visa presents difficulties for businesses in recruiting top talent.

Three ways retailers can serve ‘budgeteers’

A budgeteer is someone who is not willing to spend more than necessary.

Evident’s Microscopy Centre recreates laboratory environments for realistic demos

The centre is part of the company's new Asia Pacific headquarters in Singapore.

Budget 2023 wishlist: Time to loosen ‘15-month wait-out’ policy for HDB, says Savills expert

The measure was implemented last year in response to soaring demand for HDB.

Analytics tool tells developers how much to sell units for

It can also determine the best price to bid for the land.

Singapore’s 30 most influential lawyers under 40

Amongst the awardees is the youngest fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers in Singapore.

‘Mass exchange’ of lawyers push legal firms to review retention strategies

Some firms are now allowing their staff to work remotely for 20% to 50% of the time.

BNPL platforms risk losing trust by ignoring SFA Code of Conduct

Under the Code of Conduct, BNPL providers need to show customers their ‘Trustmark’.

8 investment ideas to achieve affluence in the year of prosperity

Financial experts said active portfolio management is crucial amidst economic uncertainties.