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Waymo Plans Singapore Robotaxi Launch in 2028 — 7hWaymo plans fully autonomous ride-hailing in Singapore in 2028, its first Southeast Asia market, after more than 20 million autonomous rides.

Elena Vasquez Singapore's dense traffic and strict rules will be a real test for Waymo's self-driving tech by 2028.

LHN Energy to bundle solar power with EV charging for Singapore fleets — 2dLHN Energy, a Singapore-based solar company, plans to roll out an integrated Solar PPA and DC fast-charging solution for electric heavy vehicles in early September 2026, combining solar generation, charging, and project delivery under a single framework with potential zero upfront costs. The program is supported by Singapore’s Electric Heavy Vehicle Charger Grant, which co-funds up to 50% of eligible charger installation costs (capped at S$30,000 for the first 500 chargers) for qualifying projects at depots, warehouses, and industrial sites.

Glencore and Radiant World Trade Accusations in $2 Billion Lawsuit — 2dGlencore says Radiant World sent banks fabricated emails falsely attributed to its staff as 11 entities sue it for $2 billion in Singapore.

Sam Okafor This kind of fraud with fake invoices shows why big commodity traders need stricter checks before handing over that much money.

Singapore man pleads guilty to $240 million bitcoin theft from DC residentBusiness — Sep 8, 2026

China detains 52 Singaporeans in Guangxi amid pyramid scheme probe — Sep 4, 202652 Singaporeans have been detained in Guangxi, China, amid a crackdown on pyramid-scheme activities, with Singapore’s MFA and SPF providing consular assistance, visiting detainees and coordinating with families while emphasizing that Singapore does not intervene in China’s judicial process. Chinese authorities continue investigations, and Singapore urges caution on investment schemes, noting the case could be among the largest foreign detentions of Singapore citizens to date.

Rachel Meyers people is a lot, that's basically a whole neighbourhood caught up in this. Hope MFA can get clear answers fast for the families waiting back home.

Delta Electronics Seeks $1.5 Billion Thai-Linked Bonds — 3dDelta Electronics plans a US$1.5 billion zero-coupon, dual-tranche exchangeable bond issue via its Singapore unit, backed by Delta Electronics Thailand shares, with US$500 million due in 2027 at a 15% premium and US$1 billion due in 2031 at a 30% premium, to fund working capital and expansion. The notes can be exchanged into DET shares, with 2031 bonds offering a put option and both tranches carrying specific redemption terms, while the deal aims to minimize equity dilution for minority holders.

MAS commits S$220 million to fintech scheme, funds 1,000 internships — Aug 31, 2026Singapore’s MAS will invest S$220 million over three years in the fourth iteration of the Financial Sector Technology and Innovation scheme to accelerate fintech innovation, frontier-tech adoption, and talent development. The plan funds six tracks, including AI adoption and infrastructure, and aims to fund at least 1,000 fintech internships to strengthen Singapore’s fintech ecosystem, according to DPM Gan Kim Yong.

Maya Lindstrom Good to see AI infrastructure funding included, Singapore needs to keep pace or risk falling behind other fintech hubs.

US tariffs Singapore; Allianz buys HSBC Singapore insurer — Jul 23, 2026The US has imposed a 12.5% tariff on Singapore over forced-labor concerns, while Allianz agreed to buy HSBC’s Singapore Life unit for about US$2.9 billion, reflecting a broader push to streamline portfolios in Singapore. HSBC’s sale, including a 15-year exclusive bancassurance distribution deal, is part of its strategy to free capital and focus on core markets, potentially boosting CET1 and enabling higher returns.

Singapore upgrades 2026 growth outlook on AI boom — Aug 11, 2026Singapore lifted its 2026 growth outlook to about 4.5%-5.5% and upgraded its non-oil domestic export forecast to 14%-16%, driven by AI-related demand that boosts electronics and manufacturing while the impact of Middle East disruptions appears smaller. The upgrades reflect a broader AI investment boom supporting the trade-heavy economy amid global headwinds.

Hafnia installs new CEO while keeping predecessor on as director — Sep 1, 2026Hafnia confirms a leadership transition with Søren Steenberg Jensen taking over as CEO on September 1, 2026, with no changes to the company’s strategy, and an Extraordinary General Meeting set for September 23, 2026 to appoint Mikael Østun Skov as a Director. The tanker group, part of the BW Group and operating about 180 vessels across offices in Singapore, Copenhagen, Houston, and Dubai, also has a Hold rating from analysts with a NOK79 target.

Jared Kim NOK79 target with a Hold rating tells me the market isn't expecting fireworks from this transition, just steady as she goes.

Black Titan Plans Indonesia, Singapore ExpansionBusiness — Jul 21, 2026Black Titan Corporation (BTTC) outlines a Southeast Asia–focused growth strategy funded by cash reserves, expanding operations in Indonesia and strengthening its Singapore commercial hub with additional hiring, product diversification, and investment in staff development to scale its HCM and ERP offerings. The company emphasizes disciplined capital deployment and maintaining working capital to support regional expansion as it positions itself for long-term growth across Southeast Asia.

Singapore Cabinet Changes Elevate New Leaders — Jul 22, 2026Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong unveiled a cabinet reshuffle aimed at balancing immediate leadership transition with continuity, promoting a new generation while keeping veteran ministers in key roles after recent resignations. Key changes include K. Shanmugam becoming Senior Minister, MTI renamed to METI led by Gan Kim Yong and Tan See Leng, and promotions of Jeffrey Siow, David Neo, Sim Ann, and Ng Chee Meng, with portfolio shifts involving Manpower and Trade and Industry and changes taking effect from late July.

Major Bridge Collapses in Baltimore After Cargo Ship Slams Into ItReporting — Mar 26, 2024A search and rescue mission is underway in Baltimore, Maryland, after a major bridge collapsed. Early Tuesday morning, a Singapore-flagged cargo ship, the Dali, was leaving Baltimore when it slammed into the Francis…

Oil Steadies as Demand Uncertainty Tempers Supply CutsReporting — May 25, 2020Oil prices, which have been driven higher for the past four weeks, were steady on Monday, with holidays in Singapore, London and New York dampening trade, as rising concerns over demand recovery offset supply cuts…

Tickets Planned for 2027 Manchester NBA Game — Aug 10, 2026Tickets for a slate of major events are going on sale soon: NBA Manchester Game 2027 (Spurs vs Pelicans) in Manchester with a ballot system for sale on Sept 17, and ASEAN Championship semi-final fixtures for Singapore’s Lions with Aug 12 online sales; Singapore’s Lions vs Thailand semi-final is also set for Aug 15 with online-only tickets. Other forthcoming tickets include The Game Awards 2026 on Oct 29 for the Dec 10 ceremony, and NBA China Games 2026 in Macau featuring the Mavericks and Rockets with sales starting Aug 12 and a fan day set for Oct 10.

Trump Assembles Seemingly Motley Crew Of Allies To Stop China From Becoming World’s #1 Power — Dec 12, 2025President Donald Trump is assembling a coalition of US allies across the globe to challenge China’s dominance over rare earth minerals and technology. Singapore, Australia, Japan, South Korea, the United Arab Emirates…

Trump Pushes for Kim Summit as Drills Cut — Aug 15, 2026President Donald Trump posted photos with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, insisting that they get along GREAT despite years of tension and leaving open the possibility of reviving direct talks. Coverage notes their three historic summits in Singapore, Hanoi, and Panmunjom, and observations that Pyongyang’s responses remain uncertain amid broader geopolitical dynamics.

Asia Regulators Near OTC Derivatives Regime RolloutFinance — Aug 24, 2026Regulators in Hong Kong and Singapore moved closer to implementing major regime updates, including Hong Kong’s OTC derivatives licensing and heightened cybersecurity measures, alongside MAS consultations on widening retail fund types and updated liquidity guidelines. In Japan, markets faced yen weakness and AI-led stock pressure, with hedging moves and cost pressures on imports amid policy-watch developments and investor focus ahead of Nvidia results and potential BoJ rate moves.

Lumentum shares drop as funds trim holdingsBusiness — Jul 21, 2026Multiple institutional investors trimmed or expanded their Lumentum positions in Q1, with Dimensional Fund Advisors cutting 29.2% and Himension Capital Singapore trimming 35.3%, while Temasek and several funds added new stakes and Arrowstreet extended holdings in related quarters; overall institutional ownership sits around 94%. Insider activity appeared in Florida Financial Advisors’ notice of a share sale, alongside continued diversified moves across the investor base.

Las Vegas Sands Q2 2026 Strong Results — Jul 23, 2026Las Vegas Sands reported mixed Q2 2026 results, with EBITDA of $689 million from Marina Bay Sands alongside growing mass gaming revenue and continued share buybacks totaling $787 million, while overall revenue reached about $3.15 billion and earnings missed estimates amid Macau headwinds. The company emphasized Singapore growth and expansion plans, including potential future capacity, as it remains focused on Asia following the 2022 asset sales.

Himension Capital Expands Global Equity Footprint — Jul 22, 2026Himension Capital Singapore PTE. LTD. expanded its portfolio in Q1 by taking new positions and increasing stakes across several equities, including BHP Group, ARK Genomic Revolution ETF, USA Rare Earth, Lam Research, and Tempus AI, with stake sizes ranging from about 2 million to 2.25 million dollars. The firm’s activity was complemented by other institutional investors also adjusting positions in these names, underscoring broad interest in these growth and tech-focused stocks during the period.

Boeing Wins $131B F-15 Eagle Crest Contract With US Air Force — Aug 24, 2026Boeing has secured a $131.23 billion Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity contract with the U.S. Department of Defense to support the F-15 Eagle Crest program, covering aircraft production, upgrades, sustainment, and depot maintenance for the U.S. Air Force, Air National Guard, and Foreign Military Sales to seven nations, with work centralized in St. Louis and a project timeline through 2037 and an initial ordering window through August 24, 2031. The award is sole-source and represents a ceiling value rather than an immediate outlay, with only a small portion obligated at award in different reports, and includes seven foreign operators such as South Korea, Japan, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Indonesia, and Poland, alongside related market reactions and program details.

Ant International secures $1.2B for global payments expansionBusiness — Jul 21, 2026Ant International raised about $1.2 billion in a Series A, with participation from Ant Group and Alibaba as it pursues global expansion in merchant payments, account management and other financial services, while integrating AI across its infrastructure. The Singapore-based unit, spun out in 2024, operates four units—Alipay+, Antom, WorldFirst and Bettr—across Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Latin America, serving roughly 150 million merchants and 2 billion user accounts and was valued at about $10 billion prior to the funding.

Crypto Ringleader Pleads Guilty in $245 Million Theft — Sep 9, 2026Malone Lam, a 22-year-old Singaporean, led an international social-engineering crypto-theft ring that stole more than $245 million, including 4,100 Bitcoin, operating from October 2023 to May 2025 with participants in the U.S. and abroad; he pleaded guilty to a RICO conspiracy and faces restitution of about $245.1 million as prosecutors describe lavish spending on clubs, luxury cars, and other assets.