Singapore · Business
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Singapore Police Investigate Radiant World Over Alleged Falsified Iron Ore Documents
Singapore Police have begun investigating iron ore trader Radiant World following reports of falsified documents amid US probes and trading suspensions.
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Alphabet issues A$5.5 billion Kangaroo bond at nearly 7% amid AI spending surge
Alphabet Inc launched its first Australian dollar bond, raising A$5.5 billion with a 20-year tranche yield near 7% today.
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US launches third Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's intellectual property protections
The US initiated a third trade probe into Vietnam's IP policies under Section 301, potentially leading to new tariffs.
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OpenAI grants Japan's top banks access to GPT-5.5 to boost cybersecurity
OpenAI has provided Japan’s largest banks access to its GPT-5.5 model to help prevent cyberattacks, announced by Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama.
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Grab cuts booking lead time to 6 hours and raises cross-border ride discount to 30%
Grab has shortened advance booking for cross-border rides to six hours and boosted discounts to 30% between May 29 and June 28.
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CTE exit slip roads near Potong Pasir to close overnight June 3 to 17 for bridge works
Singapore closes selected CTE exit slip roads near Potong Pasir overnight between June 3 and 17 for pedestrian and cycling bridge works.
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Singapore Sees New Private Senior-Housing Models Amid Aging Population
Singapore is introducing private senior housing options, including serviced apartments in converted colonial homes, while most seniors still prefer aging at home.
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Singapore farms can diversify crops and get longer timelines from September 1
From September 1, Singapore farms can diversify food types and have extended deadlines to build and meet production targets under new rules.
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FairPrice expands price freeze to over 500 essential products until August 31
FairPrice Group extended its price freeze on more than 500 essential products from June 1 to August 31 amid ongoing global uncertainties.
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Harvard to pay $53 million to settle lawsuits over stolen body parts from medical school morgue
Harvard agreed to pay $53 million to settle lawsuits over stolen body parts taken by a former morgue manager at its medical school.
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Sea Ltd forms AI investment team to drive growth beyond e-commerce
Singapore’s Sea Ltd has created a dedicated AI investment team to accelerate AI adoption and find growth opportunities beyond its e-commerce business.
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COE premiums rise across most categories in August 19 Singapore bidding exercise
Singapore's August 19 COE bidding saw premiums rise in four of five categories as demand remained strong.
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South Korea considers Jeonbuk for new financial hub to ease Seoul overcrowding
South Korea is exploring Jeonbuk province, 200 km south of Seoul, as a new financial center to reduce concentration in the capital region.
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Peter Seah steps down as National Wages Council chairman; Hsieh Fu Hua takes over
Peter Seah stepped down as National Wages Council chairman and was succeeded by Hsieh Fu Hua on August 19, 2026.
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Singapore denies allowing export of construction waste to Pontian, Johor for dumping
Singapore’s NEA denies export of construction and demolition waste for disposal in Johor amid Malaysian investigations of illegal dumping.
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US Military Planes at Ben Gurion Airport Reduce Capacity, Cause Heavy Losses
Ben Gurion Airport is operating at one-third capacity due to US military planes, triggering major flight cancellations and $248 million losses over two months.
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Osim founder Ron Sim sells 7.3% stake in Trek 2000, drops legal claims
Ron Sim sold a 7.3% stake in Trek 2000 to Azure Capital and withdrew legal claims against the company in May 2026.
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Singapore venture funding falls 34% in 2025 despite AI and deep tech growth
Singapore start-ups raised S$5.9 billion in venture capital in 2025, down 34% from 2024, while AI and deep tech deal values rose sharply.
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France to Reimburse Anti-Obesity Drugs for Severely Obese Patients from June 2026
France will reimburse weight-loss drugs for severely obese patients starting mid-June, becoming the first EU country to do so.
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Valuetronics H2 2026 Net Profit Falls 69.8% Amid Consumer Electronics Slump
Valuetronics reported a 69.8% drop in H2 FY2026 net profit to HK$24.1 million, citing weaker consumer electronics sales and impairment losses.
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Cambodia seeks UN conciliation to end maritime dispute with Thailand amid energy crisis
Cambodia announced plans to pursue UN compulsory conciliation to resolve its maritime boundary dispute with Thailand and access valuable energy resources.
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Six More Singapore Bus Interchanges to Undergo Upgrades from 2027
Singapore will begin upgrading six bus interchanges in 2027 to improve facilities, comfort, and accessibility.
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More than Half of UK Businesses Say AI Has Created New Jobs, Study Finds
Over 50% of UK firms report AI-created jobs as companies reshape hiring around AI skills and roles.
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Indonesia to launch commodity exchange covering palm oil, nickel, and coal in 2027
Indonesia will open a commodity exchange on January 1, 2027, trading palm oil, nickel, and coal to set domestic reference prices.