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BusinessBite live: NEXT sales surge, Santander delays results
Bite-size news in business & technology, from big breaking stories to funding, appointments & deals Leaders claim Digbeth’s BBC deal could rival Salford’s MediaCity Published: October 29, 2025 at 9:07 am A new agreement between the BBC, the West...
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2C2P to invest $60m in new growth strategy amid leadership change
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Deal Street Asia
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Payments platform 2C2P has rolled out a rebrand and a three-year plan that includes a $60-million investment in technology, infrastructure, and innovation, marking its next growth phase under new leadership. The Singapore-headquartered firm, which...
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Labor rules out AI copyright carveout for big tech companies
The federal government has ruled out giving big tech an exemption that would have opened the door to training artificial intelligence models on copyrighted material without legal consequences. Some AI proponents have been calling on the government...
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India’s Textiles Ministry Inaugurates ColorJet Pavilion
The ColorJet Pavilion at ITMA Asia + CITME Singapore was officially inaugurated by Shri Rohit Kansal, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. The event was attended by Dr. Shilpak Ambule, Ambassador of India to Singapore,...
We got a first look at CHAGEE’s new Chinatown store—and it’s a bold break from the usual
Chinese tea giant CHAGEE will be opening its 22nd outlet in Singapore this coming Saturday (Nov 1) at Pagoda Street in Chinatown. This will be the first location in the city-state to double as a retail outlet, featuring Singapore-exclusive...
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Singapore, China sign MOUs to boost cooperation in areas such as green development, digital economy and maritime connectivity
Singapore and China hold regular high-level exchanges. Both sides concluded new MOUs on Saturday and also renewed existing ones. Green development: An MOU on Enhancing Cooperation in Green Development was signed by Singapore’s Ministry of Trade...
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Singapore, China to establish national green and digital shipping corridor; pledge to deepen ties
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The Business Times Singapore
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Planned national shipping corridor is an elevation of current arrangements between Singapore and Tianjin municipality [SINGAPORE] Singapore and China have agreed to work together to decarbonise and digitalise shipping routes between the two...
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SGX RegCo introduces more flexible listing rules, removes financial watch list
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The Business Times Singapore
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The regulator also seeks feedback on proposed mainboard rule changes to consolidate listing review functions [SINGAPORE] Companies looking to make their trading debut on the Singapore Exchange (SGX) mainboard will now face a lower profit test...
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Li Qiang’s Singapore visit strengthens ties, expands practical cooperation
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The Macau Post Daily
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Analysis SINGAPORE – Premier Li Qiang concluded his official visit to Singapore yesterday, reaffirming the two countries’ commitment to deepening cooperation and jointly promoting stability and prosperity in the region and beyond. During the...
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China ready to tap potential of economic and trade cooperation with Singapore: Premier
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Global Times
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Chinese Premier Li Qiang meets with Singaporean Acting President Eddie Teo on October 26, 2025. Photo: Xinhua Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with Singaporean Acting President Eddie Teo and business leaders from the two countries on Sunday, and...
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Chinese premier's Singapore visit strengthens ties, expands practical cooperation
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Xinhua News Agency
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SINGAPORE, Oct. 26 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang concluded his official visit to Singapore on Sunday, reaffirming the two countries' commitment to deepening cooperation and jointly promoting stability and prosperity in the region and...
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Singapore employers face new era of accountability under Workplace Fairness Act
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Asian Legal Business
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Singapore is preparing for a significant shift in employment law as the Workplace Fairness Act approaches implementation within the next two years. The legislation will introduce comprehensive protections against workplace discrimination across 11...
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Amazon to slash 14,000 jobs worldwide, layoffs spurred by AI adoption
Amazon will reduce its global corporate workforce by about 14,000 people from Tuesday, Oct 28, with more cuts expected in 2026, and industry observers say Singapore may not be spared. The layoffs are smaller than the 30,000 job losses previous...
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Jeanologia Unveils Laser & Ozone Finishing at ITMA Asia
Laser delivers creativity, safety, quality, and natural aesthetics, while G2 Ozone ensures authentic and sustainable washing. The combination of these advanced technologies is reshaping industrial finishing by cutting costs, promoting cleaner...
‘Thoroughbred over unicorns’: How SGAG parent Hepmil went from seed to sale
Advertising and public relations giant Publicis Groupe is acquiring the company for an undisclosed sum [SINGAPORE] South-east Asia’s tech scene received a boost with news of Hepmil Media Group’s acquisition by French media giant Publicis Groupe on...
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Driving social impact through AI chatbots, sustainable packaging
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The Business Times Singapore
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Chat4Good taps AI to help with preliminary myopia screenings, while iGreen uses biodegradable alternatives to plastic packaging [SINGAPORE] For years, OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation travelled to rural villages in Indonesia to conduct free...
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BEPZA EZ secures 50th investor with US $ 27.57 million apparel project
Image Courtesy: Facebook Journey Outdoors Bangladesh Co. Ltd., backed by investors from China and Singapore, has announced plans to invest US $ 27.57 million to set up a high-end clothing and outdoor goods manufacturing facility in the Bangladesh...
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Alike expands holiday portfolio with 14 new Southeast Asian destinations
Alike, India’s pioneering social travel platform known for redefining holiday planning for modern families, has announced a major expansion of its curated holiday portfolio. The company has added 14 new destinations across four key Southeast Asian...
Owner: Sahu Jain Family
Singapore: Building Global Resolve for Cyber Resilience
At the opening of the 5th International Counter Ransomware Initiative (CRI) Summit held in Singapore, Minister Josephine Teo emphasised the growing urgency of ransomware threats and underscored the importance of a coordinated global cybersecurity...
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Nuclear power could pave way for ASEAN’s energy independence, says World Nuclear Association head
There are currently no operational nuclear reactors in Southeast Asia, but countries like the Philippines and Indonesia have set targets to operate nuclear power plants in the early 2030s. Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore are also studying the...
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