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Banks break new ground with first interbank OTC crypto options trade

Overview: Goldman Sachs and DBS executed the first-ever over-the-counter cryptocurrency options trade between two banks. The transaction involved cash-settled Bitcoin and Ether options to manage crypto exposure risks. This milestone signals growing institutional adoption and risk management practices in digital assets. DBS reported over $1 billion in crypto...
Tourism

Cruise tourism surge tests Singapore’s port capacity

Overview: Cruise passenger throughput in Singapore has rebounded to pre-pandemic levels, hitting 1.85 million last year and driving strong demand for marine and port services. Local firms like ICF Group report nearly 30% growth in refurbishment projects, leveraging digital tools and prefabrication to speed up ship...
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DBS launches on-the-ground private banking service to overcome lack of access to offshore products

Overview: DBS is transforming private banking in Thailand by addressing three structural challenges: limited access...
Financial Services

DBS clears the fog for GCC clients unsure how to navigate Asia

Overview: DBS bank is actively expanding its private banking operations in the gulf cooperation council...
Education

NIEC launches three-tier framework to boost early childhood leadership

The National Institute of Early Childhood (NIEC) has unveiled a structured leadership development framework...
Pharmaceutical

BD tackles shortage in healthcare professionals with robot pharmacy technology

Singapore hospitals are deploying robotic pharmacy technology to ease healthcare workforce shortages, cut patient...
Education

NIEC to plug education inclusivity gap for children with diverse needs

Singapore is strengthening inclusive early childhood education with a “3 R’s” approach: revamp, ready,...
Logistics

Evonik opens Asia’s first alkoxide plant in Singapore to boost regional supply

German specialty chemicals giant Evonik has launched Asia’s first alkoxide production plant on Jurong...
Financial Services

Asia Pacific Sees Surge in Digital Remittances as Visa Report Highlights Key Trends

Remittances in Asia-Pacific are undergoing a major transformation as digital transfers outpace traditional cash-based...
Logistics

AI-Powered Logistics Takes Center Stage at GoComet’s Odyssey 2025 in Singapore

AI-Powered Logistics Takes Center Stage at GoComet’s Odyssey 2025 in Singapore In a bold leap...
Financial Services

Singapore’s Exports Plummet Amid US Tariff Threats and Global Trade Squeeze

Singapore exports plunged unexpectedly in July. This reverses a rebound seen in June. Shipments...
Education

NIEC steps up teacher training to cope with demanding job roles

Singapore is intensifying efforts to raise early childhood standards by investing in every stage...
Financial Services

SC targets Finfluencer accountability to safeguard capital market integrity

The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) is cracking down on finfluencers as investment scams linked...
Tourism

Singapore Tourism Board to host four premier esports arena events with BLAST

Singapore Tourism Board and BLAST, a leading esports event organiser, have signed a landmark...
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Financial Services

Banks break new ground with first interbank OTC crypto options trade

Overview: Goldman Sachs and DBS executed the first-ever over-the-counter cryptocurrency options trade between two banks. The...
Tourism

Cruise tourism surge tests Singapore’s port capacity

Overview: Cruise passenger throughput in Singapore has rebounded to pre-pandemic levels, hitting 1.85 million last...
AI

UAE families lead global surge in AI and digital asset adoption

Overview: 71% of UAE families believe in strategic investment in digital assets like cryptocurrencies, NFTs,...
AI

India’s AI-Fintech boom draws global investment from SC Ventures

Overview: India is becoming a global hub for AI fintech innovation, attracting major investments from...

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