Singapore’s Parliament approved Budget 2026, the largest ever at S$207.9 billion, focusing on resilience and support for households.
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Beyond the Lion City: Why Tokyo is Next Stop for Singapore Fintechs
Singapore fintechs should expand into Japan to access larger markets, institutional capital, and foster sustainable growth despite current geopolitical uncertainties.
Singapore Sees Record 1,531 Million-Dollar HDB Resales in 2025
Singapore’s public housing market hit new highs in 2025, with 1,531 million-dollar HDB resale transactions, the … Singapore Sees Record 1,531 Million-Dollar HDB Resales in 2025Read more
MAS raises inflation forecast, keeps policy unchanged
Singapore’s central bank, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), has kept its monetary policy settings unchanged … MAS raises inflation forecast, keeps policy unchangedRead more
Singapore Review Urges Push to Become Global AI Hub Amid Economic Shifts
A Singapore review urged rapid AI adoption and skills reforms to drive growth, jobs and global competitiveness amid rising economic challenges.
Singapore Commits $1 Billion to Boost AI Research by 2030
Singapore will invest $1 billion in AI research over five years. The plan strengthens both fundamental and applied research.
Deepfakes and the Growing Threat to Identity Security
Advancements in artificial intelligence have enabled realistic deepfakes, threatening identity security, especially in voice verification. Organizations must adopt enhanced detection and response strategies.
UOB Hits Record High of $39.50 as Singapore Bank Stocks Rally
Singapore banking stocks rose sharply, with UOB reaching a record high, driven by positive analyst outlooks and reduced financial pressures.
Letting AI Take on the Heavy Lifting for Financial Businesses
Financial institutions are leveraging AI for efficiency, fraud detection, and customer service, while addressing new cybersecurity risks and maintaining human oversight.
Singapore Inflation Slows to 0.7% in 2025
Economists say inflation has largely normalised after post-pandemic spikes, though the Monetary Authority of Singapore warns risks could return in 2026 amid wage growth and global uncertainty.