Monetary Authority of Singapore

MAS partners with banks, tech on quantum security enhancement

The central bank also launched a grant scheme to fund quantum projects.

MAS partners with banks, tech on quantum security enhancement

The central bank also launched a grant scheme to fund quantum projects.

MAS confirms no competitive concerns with Allianz deal

Income's market share in life and general insurance is less than 10%.

MAS reprimands RVP One for SFR breaches

RVP failed to submit financial returns for 3 years, according to MAS.

Singapore proposes interest coverage ratio of 1.5 to all REITs

Currently, the ICR of 2.5 times applies only to select REITs.

MAS revokes insurance broker license of Acesynergy Brokers

ABPL failed to comply with regulatory requirements.

Core inflation at 2.9% in June as prices retail, travel prices ease

Private transportation prices declined by 0.7% during the month.

MAS “closely monitoring” global IT outage

Major banks reported little to no impact to customers and key operations.

IRAS, MAS revise tax treatment of insurance reserves

Previously, reserves were non-deductible as estimates of contingent liabilities.

Singapore banks are phasing out OTPs for logins

Banks will instead use digital tokens to authenticate bank account login attempts.

Ex-fund manager jailed for defrauding investors

His actions led investors to suffer US$342,500 in losses, says MAS.

MAS slaps 12-year ban on ex-Manulife rep for cheating

Ong Ka Yong was sentenced to 47 months’ imprisonment on 4 September 2023.

MAS policy holds steady for medium-term price stability

The central bank said its current policy settings remain "appropriate."

MAS eyes enhanced safeguards for elderly and non-english proficient financial clients

Authorities aim to implement enhancements no later than H2 2025.

MAS expands regulations for digital payment token service providers

It will impose requirements for anti-money laundering and user protection.

'Tighter' financial conditions to weigh on Singapore's lending market: MAS

Risks include high inflation, geopolitical tensions, and spillovers from China's economic situation and global real estate market strains.

Ex-CEO, directors of Envision Wealth Management charged by MAS

They allegedly committed offences against the Securities and Futures Act, amongst others.