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AISG and Sony Research ink MoU on LLMs research collaboration

It aims to address the representation gap of SEA in the global LLM landscape.

Genesis Alternative Ventures raises $163m for SEA venture debt fund

It has already deployed US$20m venture loans to start-ups across the region. 

Minister for Law clarifies absence limits and pay rules for trainee lawyers

The minister responded to questions about the new Practice Training Period framework.

Playbook Partners launches $250m growth capital

The group already raised $130m from global investors.

COTD: Singapore ranks fourth in APAC for legal office leasing in H1 2024

Singapore also offers the second-highest salary range for first-year legal associates in APAC.

Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.48%; Top stock is SGX

SGX is the top stock with a 4.53% increase.

MAS warns of misuse in Worldcoin token, account trading

This incident could potentially violate the Payment Services Act 2019.

MSE reiterates strict compliance with construction noise limits

Noise mitigation measures should be implemented when needed.

COURTS Singapore, DCS Card Centre launches new credit card

It offers 2% cashback and waives the first-year annual fee. 

3 trends shaping Singapore’s influencer marketing in 2024

Brands are investing more in nano-influencers for its high engagement and authenticity.

EVCS could impact Singapore’s urban planning and economic development: study

EVCS operators and policymakers can capitalise on strategically positioned EVCS.

No escalation in hawker stall rents: MSE

Some tenders are an exception since they are in popular sites.

Taobao launches English interface in Singapore

The new interface includes SGD price conversion and AI-powered English product descriptions.

Female labour force rate at 62.6% in 2023: MAS

This was higher than the OECD average of 56.7%. 

Mapletree Logistics Trust to divest three Malaysian properties for $48m

The three properties are Linfox, Celestica Hub, and Zentraline.