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Singapore launches RSN’s first Multi-Role Combat Vessel a mothership for unmanned operations
ST Engineering has launched the Republic of Singapore Navy’s first Multi-Role Combat Vessel, MRCV Victory, at Benoi yard during a ceremony officiated by Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing. The six-ship program emphasizes manned-unmanned teaming and...

Singapore: ITB Asia 2025 sets a record with over 60,000 business appointments
ITB Asia 2025 has officially wrapped up, leaving a strong mark on the travel industry with over 60,000 business appointments (marking a 35% increase compared to last year), 18,000 attendees, and more than 1,500 quality buyers (marking a 7%...

International Student Drop Shakes U.S. Quant Finance and STEM Programs, Warns QuantNet Founder Andy Nguyen
International Student Drop Shakes U.S. Quant Finance and STEM Programs, Warns QuantNet Founder Andy Nguyen Education News A sharp warning is rippling through America’s quantitative finance and STEM education circles. Andy Nguyen, founder of...

10 Best Universities for Artificial Intelligence in 2025: Where to Study Machine Learning, Robotics, and Data Science at the Highest Level
10 Best Universities for Artificial Intelligence in 2025: Where to Study Machine Learning, Robotics, and Data Science at the Highest Level Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning News Artificial intelligence has become the defining field of the...

singapore 'Almost like battleship Galactica': Chan Chun Sing on Singapore navy's new Victory-class Multi-Role Combat Vessels
Singapore's new multi-role combat vessels (MRCVs) are "almost like the battleship Galactica", in the 1970s science fiction series Battlestar Galactica, because their weapon systems and capabilities can be evolved as the mission evolves, said...

Ajinomoto Malaysia fosters regional innovation at Science Castle Asia 2025
Ajinomoto (Malaysia) Bhd, in partnership with Leave a Nest Malaysia Sdn Bhd, recently brought the Science Castle Asia 2025 to a successful close at Multimedia University, Cyberjaya. The event – one of Asia’s leading youth research conferences –...

ST Engineering and Siemens Energy secure second contract for floating power plant in Dominican Republic
SINGAPORE: ST Engineering’s Marine business and Siemens Energy have secured a second contract from Transcontinental Capital Corporation Ltd to deliver a barge-mounted power plant called Estrella del Mar IV, off the coast of Santo Domingo in the...

ST Engineering launches Singapore’s first Victory-class MRCV
ST Engineering has launched the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN)’s first Victory-class multi-role combat vessel (MRCV), Victory, at its Benoi Yard. Credit: MINDEF As informed, the launching ceremony took place today (October 21, 2025). MRCV...
Reimagining Private Banking in Asia: UBS’ Cassandra Venn on the Role of AI, Relationship Managers, and Human-Centric Tech
Amidst the accelerating convergence of generational wealth transfer, technological disruption, and cost pressure across Asia’s wealth management landscape, incumbent firms are being challenged to fundamentally rethink how they engage clients,...
Singapore to share classified threat intelligence with critical sectors to beef up national security
[SINGAPORE] Owners of selected critical infrastructure in Singapore could get extra help in hunting down cyberthreats and stress-testing their systems. For the first time, the government will also be sharing its classified threat intelligence with...

New Seiko Prospex automatic watches officially teased for October 22 Seiko has teased three new Prospex Asia-Pacific limited editions on its Singapore Instagram account - SPB539, SPB541, and SPB543. Each uses the 6R35 automatic movement with 70-hour…
Seiko has posted a brief teaser on its Singapore Instagram page for a set of Prospex watches headed to the Asia-Pacific region on 22 October 2025. The image shows three diver-style pieces side by side and carries the tagline that the design is...

Swedish imogo to showcase water-saving dyeing tech in Singapore
The Dye-Max system at imogo’s new showroom. Swedish textile technology company imogo is preparing to showcase its sustainable spray-dyeing innovation at ITMA Asia + CITME 2025 in Singapore from 28–31 October. The presentation follows major...

Ultra-processed food IS addictive, scientists confirm - as first-of-its-kind study reveals how consuming it 'rewires' the brain
Ultra processed foods have long been linked to obesity, heart disease, and dementia but now scientists say regular consumption could physically alter the brain, perpetuating a vicious cycle of overeating. Evidence suggests these foods—which often...

NSG Bio launches largest site and fourth location in Singapore
NSG Bio launches largest site and fourth location in Singapore October 21, 2025 | Tuesday | News NSG BioSuites lowers the barriers for biotech companies of all sizes to access world-class laboratory infrastructure NSG Bio, a leading provider of...

Singapore navy launches first of six 'motherships' for unmanned combat
The MRCV weighs 8,000 tonnes and measures 150m in length. It is the result of the navy's studies of unmanned systems and consultations with DSTA and international partners. It combines the combat capabilities of a modern frigate - a type of...
Breaches of AI policy could be a sackable offence at some Singapore law firms
Firms regard GenAI violations as disciplinary matters in wake of recent court order against claimants’ counsel to personally pay costs for citing fictitious case [SINGAPORE] Law firms here are treating breaches of generative artificial...

Orionid Meteor Shower Will Be Visible in Singapore Skies, Here's What You Need to Know
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The allure of celestial events never fades with time and place, even in a brightly lit city like Singapore. Just this week, the city-state is in for a treat as the Orionid meteor shower streaks across the sky over two nights,...

asia Daily roundup: Chan Chun Sing on Singapore navy's new Victory-class Multi-Role Combat Vessels — and other top stories today
Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. 'Almost like battleship Galactica': Chan Chun Sing on Singapore navy's new Victory-class Multi-Role Combat Vessels Singapore's new multi-role combat vessels (MRCVs) are "almost like the...

Singapore sets up digital defence unit to tackle cyber-security threats
Singapore (VNA) - With cyber attacks becoming more sophisticated, the Singaporean Ministry of Defence has established a new unit to equip the Government’s network defenders with stronger capabilities, while tightening their coordination. The new...
Local tech companies cashing it in through fintech and e-commerce
HardwareZone celebrates Singapore’s 60th birthday with a series of articles showcasing local tech brands that have helped build our nation and put us on the world stage. Some of these brands have become household names, while others lesser known...