Launch of S$3 meal vending machines in Singapore
The launch of S$3 meal vending machines in Singapore represents an innovative approach to addressing food affordability, though it raises legitimate concerns about implementation. Based on Singapore's regulatory framework, hygiene guidelines for vending machines cover...
Financial Health Services Guide
Calculate Your Net Worth and Budget. Understanding where you stand financially by calculating net worth (assets minus liabilities) and creating a detailed monthly budget. The article provides extensive lists of ordinary income and expense categories to help readers...
Chinatown Complex Hawker Centre Guide
With inflation on the rise, finding affordable yet delicious food in Singapore can feel like searching for treasure. Prices seem to climb every week, and many favourite hawker stalls have become pricier than before. Still, there are hidden gems if you know where to...
Banking preferences across generations
The most striking finding is the apparent split between what different generations value in banking. Older consumers (Boomers and Gen X) stick to traditional priorities - they want no-fee accounts, physical branch access, and reliable customer service. Meanwhile, Gen...
Cybersecurity best practises
The Problem: Cybercrime is surging, with 80% of fraud now being "cyber-enabled." Many people use weak passwords; the NCSC found that 232 million accounts used "123456" as their password, making them vulnerable to easy exploitation. The Solution: Two-factor...
Macron visits Singapore for defence, AI visits
French President Emmanuel Macron is currently on a state visit to Singapore (May 29-30, 2025) to strengthen diplomatic ties and sign cooperation agreements in several key areas. Key highlights of the visit: Cooperation Areas: France and Singapore will exchange...
Challenges of holding online harrassers accountable
A study from SG Her Empowerment (SHE) highlights a critical challenge in addressing online harassment: the difficulty of holding perpetrators accountable when they hide behind anonymous accounts. The research, based on interviews with 25 victims aged 18-45, reveals...
Debt management strategies from financial experts
Taking Control of Spending: Experts emphasize that awareness is the first step. Marguerita Cheng, a certified financial planner, suggests building money rituals to practice financial self-care and break mindless spending habits. Matt Lattman from Discover recommends...
Cantor Fitzgerald bullish on Microsoft’s AI potential
Cantor's Current Position Cantor Fitzgerald maintains an Overweight rating on Microsoft, with a $512 price target, representing significant upside potential from current trading levels of around $450. Key Reasons for Bullishness Agentic AI Leadership: Cantor believes...
US restricts sale of chip design software to China
The move affects major EDA software companies, including Cadence, Synopsys, and Siemens EDA, which provide essential software for designing semiconductors. The market reaction was immediate and severe - Cadence shares fell 10.7% and Synopsys dropped 9.6% following the...