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Singapore ICA leverages iris biometrics, robotics to streamline ID and passport renewal
Biometric Update
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August 18, 2025
The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority of Singapore (ICA) has announced the launch of a new services center (ISC) to facilitate end-to-end processing of identity and immigration services. According to a media release, the ISC is a centralized...
Biofuels Market is Expected to Reach USD 197.72 Billion by 2032 | SkyQuest Technology Consulting
AZoCleantech
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August 18, 2025
SkyQuest Technology Consulting published a report, titled, Biofuels Market - Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2025-2032", valued at USD 117.69 Billion in 2024. With a projected CAGR of 6.7% from 2025 to 2032, the market is...
Malaysia Trade Permit AI Chips Rule Targets US Tech
Electro Pages
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August 18, 2025
Key Things to Know: The United States’ semiconductor export restrictions have triggered a global surge in illicit chip trading and parallel supply chains. Malaysia now requires a Strategic Trade Permit for the export, transshipment, or transit of...
Binnies-AECOM JV contracted for Singapore’s water reclamation plant project
World Construction Network
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August 18, 2025
A joint venture (JV) between Binnies and AECOM has been appointed by PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency, to provide professional engineering services for the third-phase expansion of the Changi Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) in the eastern part...
World’s first humanoid pregnancy robot with artificial womb worth under RMB100K led by NTU-affiliated Kaiwa Technology founder to launch in 2026
The Independent Singapore
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August 18, 2025
BEIJING: The world’s first humanoid pregnancy robot with an artificial womb is expected to be launched next year by Chinese technology firm Kaiwa Technology at just under RMB100,000 (S$17,854). The project, led by its founder Dr Zhang Qifeng, an...
Intel CEO’s long career in tech puts him among billionaire ranks
OregonLive.com
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August 18, 2025
Days after calling for the firing of Intel’s CEO, President Donald Trump changed his mind following a “very interesting” meeting with the executive. “His success and rise is an amazing story,” Trump wrote in a Truth Social post last week. It’s a...
Over 30 countries to attend 10th Science, Technology Exchange Program
Tehran Times
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August 18, 2025
TEHRAN – Participants from over 30 countries will attend the 10th Science and Technology Exchange Program (STEP), scheduled to take place on September 7 at Tehran’s Amirkabir University of Technology. Organized by the Mustafa Science and...
Tripartite partnership to support upskilling of 15,000 logistics professionals in Singapore
Logistics Manager
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August 18, 2025
Singapore’s National Trades Union Congress (NTUC), ST Logistics and SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) recently signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to upskill 15,000 workers in digitalisation, sustainability and workplace safety. The NTUC...
singapore Those caught vaping in public transport premises will be removed, reported to authorities: LTA
Asiaone
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August 18, 2025
Those caught vaping in public transport premises will be removed and reported to the authorities, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) has warned. In a Facebook post on Monday (Aug 18), LTA said that for those found intoxicated, the police may be...
President Mahama embarks on strategic visits to Japan and Singapore to boost trade and investment
The Herald Ghana
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August 18, 2025
President John Dramani Mahama yesterday began a two-nation official visit to Japan and Singapore, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, attracting investment, and positioning Ghana as a leading hub for global trade and development...
Singapore prioritizes jobs amid fragmenting world and the rise of AI
Japan Times
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August 17, 2025
Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said jobs for citizens will be the government’s top priority as the city-state faces risks from rising global trade barriers and artificial intelligence. The impact of the U.S.-China rivalry, President...
Bank of Singapore Launches Alternative Solution to Single-Family Offices for Ultra-High-Net-Worth Individuals
Hubbis
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Bank of Singapore has announced the launch of the Bank of Singapore Family Office Catalyst, a new solution tailored for ultra-high net worth individuals (UHNWI) seeking professional wealth management in Singapore. This solution provides principal...
President Mahama on official visit to Japan, Singapore
Graphic
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August 18, 2025
President John Dramani Mahama left Accra yesterday for a visit to Japan and Singapore, aimed at deepening bilateral relations between the two countries. It is also expected to expand trade and investment links and advance cooperation on shared...
Singapore NODX drop steeper than expected, falling 4.6% in July amid pharma slump
The Independent Singapore
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August 18, 2025
SINGAPORE: Just after Singapore’s non-oil domestic exports (NODX) rose 13% year-on-year in June, it dropped steeper than expected in July, falling 4.6% compared with the same month last year. This is a steeper drop than the 1.8% contraction...
Singapore exports tipped for slower growth after worse-than-expected contraction in July
The Business Times Singapore
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[SINGAPORE] The Republic is poised for slower export growth in the second half of 2025, economists said, after last month’s numbers came in worse than expected. Non-oil domestic exports (NODX) shrank 4.6 per cent year on year in July, in a sharp...
New online tools by SkillsFuture Singapore help companies plan and curate staff training
The Straits Times
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August 18, 2025
SINGAPORE - Companies can now take stock of their employees’ skills and assess gaps using new online resources that can chart career pathways to help in staff development. These online tools, TalentTrack and TalentTrack+, were launched by...
Singapore develops blood test to improve prediction of gestational diabetes
Biospectrum Asia
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August 17, 2025
Singapore develops blood test to improve prediction of gestational diabetes August 18, 2025 | Monday | News Paving the way for timelier and less invasive screening and earlier interventions image credit- shutterstock Researchers from the Global...
Singaporeans agree with treating vaping as a drug issue, some say enforcement should start at border crossings
The Independent Singapore
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August 18, 2025
SINGAPORE: Many Singaporeans reacted favourably toward Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s announcement during his National Day Rally speech on August 17 to treat vaping as a “drug issue.” He also said that enforcement efforts would be enhanced. While...
President Mahama embarks on official visits to Japan and Singapore
Happy FM
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August 18, 2025
President John Dramani Mahama has left Accra today, Sunday, August 17 on an official two-country visit to Japan and Singapore, aimed at strengthening bilateral ties, boosting trade and investment, and deepening cooperation on shared development...
singapore 'Singapore should leave no stone unturned': WP responds to PM Wong's NDR speech
Asiaone
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August 18, 2025
The Workers' Party (WP) responded to Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's National Day Rally speech, urging the Government to "engage widely" and consider all options amid uncertainty. In a statement posted on its official Facebook page on Monday (Aug...