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No more cafe hopping: This startup allows employees to work at MRT stations

Founder Jane Toh said Staytion seeks to address the lack of \"work near home\" amenities.

ONE Pass to rule them all: New work pass offers foreign workers longer stays, and more

The pass, however, is only granted to talents who meet the salary threshold of $30,000.

TRON founder, Justin Sun sees blockchain watering the financial industry's growth

Justin Sun speaks to Singapore Business Review about working with the WTO and financial institutions.

New 260-sqm command centre enhances security services with advanced technology

It brings together operational silos to offer 24/7 unified remote monitoring capabilities.

GLDB transforms Singapore MSMEs’ supply chains

The bank will use AI, blockchain, and big data to support small businesses.

Fragrances overtake lipsticks as top beauty product

Replacing lip products, scents topped ZALORA’s beauty category.

Comfortable office furniture must not cost ‘silly money’: ErgoTune and EverDesk+

The Singapore brands brought ergonomic chairs and desks to overseas markets with prices starting at $399 and $599, respectively – with the help of e-commerce aggregator Una Brands.

Yup.gg can help gamers level up in the industry

Want to be the next Ninja or PewDiePie? Yup.gg CEO Raiford Cockfield III said his team’s goal is to professionalise all gamers.

A brand new canvas: Why more artists are jumping into the NFT space

Entering the space allows an artist to earn more through royalties each time their art sells.

Fairmart increases stores’ online traffic

Retailers can use Fairmart’s software to automatically digitise their inventory.

Longer life spans causing financial stress for Singaporean retirees

This is the case for more than half of uninsured retirees in the country.

Singapore bank rankings reveal new hires surged by 5.8% in 2022

The banks’ rankings saw some slight shuffle as some banks reported lower numbers.

Cooling measures gloom Singapore’s private residential market outlook

Private residential transactions may decline up to 29% YoY in 2022.

Singapore’s ‘destination office’ marks the new return-to-work normal

Cushman & Wakefield’s new 11,400-sqft office exudes the same vibe as Singapore’s best bars.

Online buyers experience ‘shopper fatigue’ from frequent mega sales days

Experts warn that this is triggered by frequent large-scale shopping events.

Foreigners and firms face tougher scrutiny under new EP application policy

Applicants will now need to pass a points-based evaluation and meet a higher qualifying salary.

Two is better than one: Wealthbeing by AIA for High Net Worth Individuals

AIA Singapore pairs wealth and well-being together for ‘Wealthbeing’

Stricter working permit system a challenge for employers

Starting September, foreign workers will be subject to increased scrutiny under the upgraded EP application system.

The worst may be over for prime retail rents, retailers remain cautious

New additions in Orchard

Four ways the LTA plans to cut carbon emissions

LTA aims to have a 100% cleaner energy bus fleet by 2040

SG overtakes China as top startup ecosystem in Asia-Pacific

Globally, Singapore ranks 7th in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index 2022

Singapore power sector’s 2050 net zero target is ‘realistic’: experts

Transformational changes will be needed in the country’s energy value chain

How Amazon alleviates SMEs’ delivery woes

Singaporean sellers on Amazon increased 45% between 2019 and 2021

Online MBA Programmes Emerge As Pandemic Prompts Temporary Closures

Some of the top MBA providers are planning to launch online programmes in the future.

New Startup Sectors Gain Ground As Venture Capital Firms Fill Up Coffers

Specialised funds are growing larger than ever, but where does the money go?

Credit Card Revenues Threatened As Singaporean Travellers Shun Usage

Card users turn to cash as they steer clear of lofty transaction fees and poor exchange rates.

Will Co-Living Survive In Singapore's Fast-Changing Rental Market?

Landlords still favours the flexibility to cash out on their investment properties at short notice, so most developers still prefer the traditional build-to-sell model as rents continue to escalate.

Clothing Rentals Gain Popularity As Fashion Takes Over Sharing Economy

Since 2015, a number of clothing rental services have sprung up in Singapore’s retail scene.

How Singapore's $5.1B Solidarity Budget Could Tide Over Tough Times

Analysts are coining that the property, retail and financial sectors may drag Singapore’s GDP down, so the government has been ramping up its citizen’s spending power.

Hotels Bank On Contactless Tech To Entice Guests During Coronavirus Pandemic

Firms are installing self check-in kiosks, chatbots, direct booking applications, and digital in-room dining services.