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Singapore Hacker, 34, Deported from Thailand to Face Computer Misuse Charges
A 34-year-old Singaporean man was arrested by Singapore Police Force (SPF) on Monday, August 25, following his deportation from Thailand.…
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Vietnam's Textile Industry Breaks Records with Export Momentum
Vietnam's textile and garment industry is on track to meet an ambitious export target of US$47-48 billion by the end of 2025, driven by…
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Russians hoard record US$500 billion in banks lured by high rates
Russian households have amassed a record amount of bank deposits as they take advantage of historically high interest rates for savings…
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Hong Kong’s key rate climbs above 3% to pose risks for economy
If the gauge sustains above that level, it could have a negative impact on the economy Liquidity conditions in Hong Kong resumed…
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Anti-war activists protest planned reintroduction of military service
Anti-war activists demonstrated outside a military career centre of Germany's Bundeswehr in Cologne on Wednesday, to protest government…
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Cambricon briefly overtakes Moutai as China’s priciest stock
A leading Chinese chipmaker briefly replaced a top liquor giant as the country’s most expensive onshore stock, as investors doubled down…
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China tech giant JD.Com unit, two other firms plan US$1 billion Singapore Reit
[SINGAPORE/HONG KONG] The property investment arm of Chinese e-commerce giant JD.Com and two other firms plan to launch a Singapore-based…
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Nvidia Launches Jetson Thor Chip, The New Brain of Next-Gen AI Robots
Nvidia has announced the release of Jetson Thor, a new robotics computer that is set to serve as the brain of smart machines. The chip…
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Who is Travis Decker? 100 FBI Specialists Launch Massive Manhunt Near Rock Island Campground to Nab Father Accused of Killing 3 Daughters
Police in Washington are searching for Travis Decker, the father charged with killing his three young daughters in June. From the New York…
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Lego Bets on Asia as sales hit record and market share climbs
After posting record half-year sales figures on Wednesday (Aug 27), Lego said it would sustain its momentum by doubling down on the market…
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Elon Musk's xAI Sues Apple and OpenAI Over Alleged AI Monopoly
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence firm, xAI, has sued tech giants Apple and OpenAI for monopolizing the AI space through a series of…
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From vultures to defenders, Japan private equity deals head for record year
Take-private deals in Japan are likely to hit a record high this year, exceeding the US$40.3 billion total racked up in 2023, according to…
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FWD expands headquarters in biggest 2025 Hong Kong office lease
Insurance companies are the most willing to upsize their office space in the city Richard Li’s FWD Group Holdings signed a decade-long…
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The White Company Taps Former Donna Karan, Oscar de la Renta Designer for New Clothing Range
LONDON — The White Company, known for its luxurious bedding of brushed or Egyptian cotton in pristine whites and light grays, is brushing…
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China’s Ping An Insurance eyes more investment in high-yield, high-tech stocks, CEO says
China’s Ping An Insurance plans to further invest in shares to boost its portfolio return while staying cautious about Chinese economic…
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Sias chastises Singapore Paincare over shareholder pressure in privatisation offer
The Securities Investors Association (Singapore), or Sias, is cautioning shareholders of Singapore Paincare to decide on its proposed…
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Sias raps Singapore Paincare for WhatsApp pressure on shareholders over privatisation offer
The Securities Investors Association (Singapore), or Sias, is cautioning shareholders of Singapore Paincare to decide on its proposed…
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IVAS expands valuation programme across Asia, develops new global standards for intangible assets
The Institute of Valuers and Appraisers, Singapore (IVAS) signed memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with two educational institutions to…
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Business valuation body signs MOUs for training support, develops new standards for intangible assets
The Institute of Valuers and Appraisers, Singapore (IVAS) signed memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with two educational institutions to…
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Business valuation body signs MOUs with training partners, develops new standards for intangible assets
The Institute of Valuers and Appraisers, Singapore (IVAS) signed memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with two educational institutions to…
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Thai central bank sees room for accommodative policy in face of second-half challenges
Thailand’s monetary policy should remain accommodative as the economy will face multiple headwinds in the second half of this year,…
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Malaysia makes contingency plans for agriculture exports under EU deforestation rules
Malaysia has contingency plans in place to remain competitive in European markets as it works to avoid being classified as a “standard…
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An 83-year-old pizza mogul returns to save 3,500 Domino’s
Billionaire Jack Cowin built a fast-food empire by bringing fried chicken to 1960s Australia. Now, at 83, he’s back to attempt a…
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An 83-year-old pizza mogul returns to save 3,500 Domino’s stores
Billionaire Jack Cowin built a fast-food empire by bringing fried chicken to 1960s Australia. Now, at 83, he’s back to attempt a…