Mi Material focusing on ‘things that we can control’ as it launches S$215 million SGX IPO

“If we come to SGX, we are open to more international investors, and the Sing dollar is more stable,” executive director Heng Kok Lin tells BT's Benjamin Cher.

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In the age of AI, what is a university education for?

The rapid development of artificial intelligence, which is changing both the way students learn and the work they will eventually do, is bringing that question into greater focus.

🎓 This three-part series explores the evolving graduate job market, how students are preparing for the workforce, and what these changes mean for the future of universities.

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When is it too late for financial planning?

With Singaporeans living longer, the risk of outliving one's savings is becoming a growing concern, particularly for women.

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GCash parent Mynt rises in market debut after S-E Asia’s top 2026 IPO

Shares rise 2.1% from offer price in early trade, outperforming a weaker Philippine benchmark.

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Singtel slapped with S$1 million penalty over March outages affecting 720,000 subscribers

IMDA says the outages could have been prevented had Singtel implemented more robust systems to monitor operations.

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Singapore banks may curb financing of firms in ‘zero-tolerance’ approach to open burning, deforestation

DBS, OCBC, UOB reiterate strict sustainability standards for clients as scrutiny intensifies over haze crisis.

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Monetary policy could ease as AI productivity gains take hold: MAS chief economist

AI investments are driving economic growth but broad-based productivity improvements have yet to materialise, says MAS chief economist Edward Robinson.

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Indonesia faces growing pressure to hold companies accountable for forest fires as haze worsens

Calls to boycott Sinar Mas Group-linked products and businesses have resurfaced on social media, reflecting public demands for greater corporate accountability.

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Taobao deepens Singapore presence with US$14.9 million marketing push

Cora Cai, Singapore country head for Taobao, says the company’s continued investment in Singapore plays a big role in its overseas business expansion.

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Nearly half of Singapore workers put in at least six unpaid hours a week: survey

Workers who reported 16 or more unpaid hours are more likely to be fully engaged in their jobs, the survery indicated.

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Olivia Lum, ex-CFO, not giving evidence in their Hyflux trial

Judge notes that opting to remain silent may draw an adverse inference against them.

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DBS PayLah! rolls out QR payments in Taiwan

Users can scan an eligible TWQR code using the PayLah! app to make payment at Taiwan merchants including night markets, eateries and shops.

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Up close & personal with Francis Yeoh, Wee Teng Wen, Loh Lik Peng at BTLuxe Edit conference✨

Join us at The BTLuxe Edit – Future:Legacy on 28 October at Shangri-La Singapore, as industry leaders including Lo & Behold’s Wee Teng Wen, Unlisted Collection’s Loh Lik Peng and YTL’s Francis Yeoh explore the evolving world of luxury, from art and hospitality to placemaking and legacy.

The event will also unveil The BTLuxe Edit, recognising 50 names shaping Singapore’s luxury landscape.

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Fewer than one in 20 Singapore-listed firms disclose external board evaluations: study

Just 10% of listed companies surveyed disclose information on succession planning for boards and senior management.

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PropertyGuru ex-CEO’s AI health startup Genie Health raises US$3 million in seed funding

Investors include Temasek-backed venture studio Liminal; the startup aims to use AI to personalise healthcare

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Temasek and GIC deny instigating Indonesian stock rout

Former Indonesian trade minister Muhammad Lutfi said on social media that Temasek and GIC had a major influence over MSCI, and were being used by Singapore to push the index provider on Indonesia.

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Taiwan’s competition watchdog quashes Grab’s acquisition of foodpanda in Taiwan

Back in March, Grab announced that it would acquire foodpanda Taiwan from Delivery Hero for US$600 million.

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OCBC to add ringgit to Singapore-based savings accounts from Oct 23

Customers can hold up to RM50,000, earn interest on their balances and spend directly in Malaysia.

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Malaysia’s CIMB explores taking Indonesian arm private amid market volatility

Tight float rules are among factors pushing the bank towards an estimated US$196 million buyout.

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