Singapore

Razer net profit up $42.37m for H1 2021

The value is an increase compared to last year’s net loss of $24m (US$17.7).

Temasek Foundation, CHI to provide up to S$1.2m project fund for Healthcare Innomatch Winners

The three winning start-ups and SMEs presented innovative healthcare solutions. 

Chart of the Day: Singapore has the lowest mobile threats detected, blocked by Kaspersky

A total of 13,227 threats were foiled in Singapore for 2020 and the first half of 2021. 

1 in 2 Singaporeans plan to buy a new home in the next 2 years

And 1 in 3 millennials have their eyes on luxury property.

Market Update: STI Up 0.19%

Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, ThaiBev and SIA were seen with the most growth today.

Semiconductors face increased demand for the next 10 years

This is due to the higher number of applications that manufacturers can say. 

HR Briefing: How firms can brace for the hybrid work

Around 61% of workers still prefer to stay at home whilst governments roll out their respective vaccine programs.

The 5 research pillars of Singapore’s microelectronics initiative

These pillars need to be supported as a collective effort, said EDB senior vice president for semiconductors Terrence Gan.

How are SG companies dealing with the chip shortage?

Companies have to wait for more than 20 weeks for chips to arrive, the highest since 2017.

Housing affordability to slightly worsen as prices increase: Moody’s                   

However, it will remain “sound”  as low interest rates will counter the impact of the price increases. 

More IP-related resources announced to support enterprises

These resources include improving skill set, legal advice, and study grants. 

SG, US to forge stronger supply chain partnership

"Supply chain resilience comes from diversity, connectivity, and trust," said Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong.

Lendlease commences call for entries for reimagining of Somerset events space

The project is done in partnership with Singapore Tourism Board and TYC.

Virtual lies: Singaporeans weigh in on benefits, ‘dark side’ of video calls

50% of Singaporeans watch videos from streaming sites during video calls.