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Here’s how Gen Z consumer preference reshapes APAC’s marketing landscape

Gen Z consumers are observed to purchase based on pleasure and purpose, whilst being conscious of cost and convenience.

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Here’s how Gen Z consumer preference reshapes APAC’s marketing landscape

Gen Z consumers are observed to purchase based on pleasure and purpose, whilst being conscious of cost and convenience.

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Redevelopment a toss-up between city retail and CBD offices

CBD and Orchard Belt have seen numerous redevelopment projects propelled by URA incentives.

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Surbana Jurong’s ‘Campus in Nature’ transcends sustainable innovation, scale employee productivity

The SJ Campus hosts 4,000 of Surbana Jurong’s talent across architecture, engineering, and other teams.

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Worker dormitories grapple with systemic isolation challenges

The government’s efforts to enhance dormitory standards may not fully address worker well-being concerns just yet.

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Maybank SG offers boost to charities with special rates, network opportunities

Charities in the city may also avail of an interest-free grant of up to SG$150,000 (US$111,000)

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Pyxis charts the course towards a greener, sustainable maritime

By 2030, Pyxis aims to become Asia Pacific’s market leader for maritime coastal electrification.

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Anti-proliferation financing law mandates post-closure record-keeping for pawnbrokers, PSMDs

Failure to comply may result in a fine of up to $100,000 (US$74,000).

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Healthcare sector sees renewed interest from corporate buyers

The healthcare industry recorded a deal value of US$1.13b (SG$1.53b) between January and April.

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Fintech start-up accelerates loan approval process for financial inclusion

Smile API CEO Jerome Eger is committed not just to speed, but secured access to employment data.

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ION Orchard marks 15 years as a premier retail destination

The mall is proactive in conducting surveys to identify trends and optimise its tenant mix.

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ION Orchard leads charge in sustainable takeaway practices

Shoppers will enjoy discounts when they opt for a reusable mug or food container from Muuse.

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ION Orchard dives into gamification amidst experiential retail demand

The mall’s in-app augmented reality game offers more than 30 rewards.

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Lendela on why banks need fintechs to buoy loan growth

Loan demand has doubled in Singapore, and fintechs can help onboard quality clients.

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Targeted brain stimulation trials aim to improve management of treatment-resistant depression

The Singapore trials will use a locally- developed targeting algorithm.

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New guideline restricts rejections of flexible work arrangement requests to business factors

By December this year, employees whose requests were rejected based on bias can seek union aid.

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Startup future-proofs coffee with bean-free alternative amidst climate crisis

Prefer transforms surplus ingredients like day-old bread, soybean pulp, and barley grains into bean-free coffee.

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Industry boosts accounting appeal with new roles, education programmes

There has been a 10% decrease in accounting degree students at universities in Singapore.

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