LKY likened to a startup founder, praised by Elon Musk for his approach to immigration
Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, opinions expressed below belong to the author. It’s now been almost ten years since the founding father of modern, independent Singapore passed away, but his legacy is still very much alive, attracting interest and praise around the world. A few days ago, Elon Musk himself shared a post highlighting one of […]
Are you ready to vote? The Registers of Electors is now available for you to check your eligibility
Another sign that Singapore’s next General Elections is coming soon, the Registers of Electors was certified today, the 23rd of July 2024, and is now available for public inspection. This is to ensure that you are registered to vote and that your voting details are correct. You can check your particulars electronically at the Elections […]
Grab acquires S’pore restaurant reservation platform Chope
Grab has acquired home-grown restaurant reservation platform Chope and will take over the company’s operations in Singapore, Indonesia and Thailand. In an internal e-mail seen by The Business Times on Monday (22 July), Grab’s head of deliveries, Ngiam Xin Wei, informed staff that Chope’s employees are set to join Grab’s offices in Singapore, Indonesia and […]
What businesses can learn from the CrowdStrike outage that affected 8.5 million devices
If you haven’t heard about the “blue screen of death”, where have you been? Hopefully not stuck at an airport. In any case, here’s a quick breakdown on what went down: the world experienced a global IT outage last Friday. Thousands of flights were halted, broadcasts were affected, people were stumped. Overall, 8.5 million devices […]
This isn’t Anthony Tan of Grab, this is AI-thony, and he exists for one reason
Just this morning, Anthony Tan, the co-founder and CEO of homegrown e-hailing platform Grab, shared a short video of himself on LinkedIn. In it, he’s speaking in Bahasa Indonesia and sharing one of his latest projects. Except it’s not actually him. He looks and sounds just like him, but is in fact an artificial intelligence […]
This M’sian biz is turning the humble roti canai into an “internationally convenient” snack
One can never go wrong with roti canai. But where it’s usually a sit-down kind of food to enjoy, Rollti has a different take on it. The brand has turned the iconic dish into a delicious, convenient wrap that’s perfect for the on-the-go foodie. It’s a fresh concept in the Malaysian food scene, and we […]
Dear corporates, here’s how to tell your ESG story in a way that actually delivers impact
ESG, SDG, CSR… As Philip Ling, the Head of Sustainability at CelcomDigi put it, it feels like all these corporate lingos have become an alphabet soup of sorts. But there’s no doubt that ESG is more than just a buzzword these days. No, it has become a core component of corporate strategy, driven by increasing […]
The world’s biggest IT outage: Here’s what happened
[Editorial note: This article has been edited to reflect the latest updates since reporting.] Several companies and organisations worldwide have been affected by the global IT outage this afternoon (Friday, 19 July) According to several news reports, the disruption was linked to Microsoft’s Windows and apparently came from an issue at cybersecurity software firm CrowdStrike. […]
Hyundai launches made-in-Singapore Ioniq 6 EV
Hyundai has launched its locally assembled Ioniq 6 electric vehicle (EV), the second vehicle the Korean conglomerate is producing at its Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Centre Singapore (HMGICS) facility in Jurong, which has been assembling the Ioniq 5 EV and Ioniq 5 robotaxis since early 2023. HMGICS was announced in 2020 as a multi-function facility […]
Survey: Where to work in S’pore? Ten most attractive industries in 2024 and perks they offer
In the largest annual survey of its kind, Dutch HR giant Randstad interviewed over 170,000 people across 32 markets, covering 75 per cent of the global economy, about their employment preferences and observations. Its goal is to provide employers with information about what they could do to make their companies more attractive to prospective hires. […]
6 S’porean businesses offering all-you-can-eat durian buffets starting from S$45/pax
Do you smell that strong, aromatic scent? That’s right, folks. Durian season is back (until August!) and vendors are going all out to give you the best deals. It’ll be a whole year before it’s peak season again so why not go all out to satisfy your cravings? As huge durian lovers ourselves (save for […]
10 startups in M’sia got shortlisted for UOB’s greentech accelerator, here’s who they are
UOB’s innovation accelerator, UOB FinLab, has launched the GreenTech Accelerator 2024, enabling greentech startups to grow, transform, forge partnerships and create pilots to address sustainability challenges. Out of 350 applicants, 34 companies were shortlisted. And 10 of those companies were greentech startups in Malaysia. The six-month regional programme aims to fast-track the development of sustainable […]
You don’t think website building is worth RM100K until you know what this M’sian team can do
[This is a sponsored article with Fuse Solutions.] Many of us have tried designing a website, whether for a school project, portfolio, or ecommerce website. Using templated builders like Wix or WordPress is an easy and affordable start. But for some, that’s not enough. Did you know that people would pay up to RM150,000 for […]
How this S’porean created Asia’s leading fertility, reproductive and family health platform
“It’s about time already. When do you want to get married and have kids?” That was a question that a relative asked me, without fail, every time we met. Much to her disdain, perhaps, my answer remains the same: “I don’t want to rush to get married and have children just for the sake of […]
MAS backs quantum tech and AI with S$100 million grant scheme
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has just announced that it will commit an additional S$100 million under the Financial Sector Technology and Innovation Grant Scheme (FSTI 3.0) to support financial institutions in building capabilities in quantum and Artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. This commitment by MAS follows Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat’s announcement in […]
Pestle & Mortar Clothing launched an Olympic-inspired collection and it’s actually good
The official Malaysian Olympic attire has recently come under fire for being backward and uninspiring compared to previous attires of the national contingent. If you’ve been disappointed by those fits, well, here’s one collection that’ll soothe your sore eyes. Homegrown streetwear brand Pestle & Mortar Clothing (PMC) has teamed up with the Olympics Council Malaysia […]
M’sian startup behind the 1st local green vending ecosystem bags RM2mil investment
Ficus Capital (Ficus), the world’s first Islamic Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG-i) venture capital firm, announced today that they’ll be investing RM2 million into local green technology firm KLEAN. Best known for establishing Malaysia’s first Reverse Vending Machine (RVM) ecosystem, KLEAN operates an AI-powered digital container deposit system. These can be found in publicly accessible […]
S’pore Quant Finance jobs pay more than London, NYC, here’s the math!
efinancialcarrers.com recently posted a report titled “Salaries and Bonuses in Quant Finance: broken down by role, seniority & region.” On the surface, this does not make for good reading if you intend to start a quantitative finance career in Singapore, with lower salary figures for Asia, but I did my research, and it turns out […]
Bringing something new to KK’s cafe scene, this Sabahan decided to open his store in a gym
Especially for non-gymgoers, it might not ever occur to you to visit a café inside a fitness centre. At least, that’s the case for me, as someone who does not consider gyms as a place to lepak in. However, Kota Kinabalu native Alvin decided to take on the challenge by opening up his own café, […]
This M’sian gave up a career in finance & HR to open her own chiffon cake bakery in PJ
For many, the corporate world offers a clear path to success—climb the ladder, secure the corner office, and reap the rewards. But for Renae, the allure of boardrooms and spreadsheets eventually gave way to the sweet aroma of freshly baked chiffon cakes. Renae spent years in the corporate world. She was a regional head of […]
He was so in love with Greek doughnut balls that he opened a Subang cafe specialising in it
When you think about doughnuts, the first image that probably pops into your mind is a classic ring, perhaps dusted with sugar or glazed with chocolate. But Harith Aqil, 25, the founder of LOOKOO, is here to change that perception. LOOKOO, located in SS15, Subang Jaya, introduces Malaysians to the delightful world of doughnut balls, […]
“Not the life I envisioned”: This M’sian quit corporate to grow her lemongrass chili oil biz
Eunice Yin Ern is someone who personifies being a lifelong learner. For a decade, she was working in social media marketing. But outside of her corporate role, she took on various “side quests” for things she found interesting. Most of these didn’t make much monetarily, but they made up for it in terms of experience. […]
Cradle-backed publiCT.io launches AI-powered tool so corps can analyse & create ESG news
At this point, I shouldn’t have to explain why ESG matters, right? Many companies are already aware of the importance of ESG, which stands for environmental, social, and governance—three pillars that are used to assess the sustainability of institutions. As such, many of them have been making strides in their own ESG efforts. A number […]
These S’poreans accidentally started a Web3-driven chip shop, now it’s expanding to Vietnam
Instagram has been my best friend lately. I know, how Gen Z of me to name an app as my close companion, right? Most times it’s just ridiculous memes and adorable hedgehog videos, but once in a while, I’d find an intriguing business. Frying Fish Club is one such case. Located on Owen Road, it’s […]
How this Penang family’s prawn mee paste became the go-to source for 500+ F&B merchants
The heart of Trupaste beats with the rhythm of a family. In 1993, sisters Alice Chang, Lily Chang, and Chang Sok Kheng weren’t just running a successful kopitiam, Kedai Makan Besty Best, in Sri Gombak—they were experiencing the challenges of F&B life firsthand. Every steaming bowl of Penang prawn mee they served was a labour […]
Shopee reigns supreme in SEA E-commerce as TikTok Shop grows fourfold to surpass Lazada
A recently released report on the e-commerce market in Southeast Asia shows that Shopee remained the biggest e-commerce platform in 2023, with 48% of the market share and US$55.1 billion gross merchandise value (GMV); the rapid growth of TikTok Shop has seen it overtake Lazada in second place! The Momentum Works report “Ecommerce in Southeast […]
Craving durian? Here are 6 buffet spots around Malaysia to indulge in this season.
It’s that time of the year again, folks! The king of fruits seem to be available at every corner right now because it is peak durian season. This typically lasts from May until August, which means there’s not much time left before it ends. If you’re a huge durian lover like me, though, one serving […]
Too many M’sians lack basic DIY skills, that’s why this workshop offers woodworking tuition
Tucked away on an industrial road in Subang Jaya lies KitaBina Maker Space (KitaBina), a workshop that thrums with the rhythmic whir of saws and the fragrant scent of freshly cut wood. Unlike the typical, sawdust-coated carpentry shop, KitaBina Maker Space hums with a different energy. It’s a haven for passionate woodworkers, curious hobbyists, and […]
This M’sian retiree started a kelulut honey biz, now his daughters are helping him spread it
Over the years, we’ve come across a number of kelulut honey brands in Malaysia. In fact, Vulcan Post recently just featured one by the name of Darlings Honey. For those who haven’t heard, though, kelulut honey from a species of stingless bees that are native to Malaysia. We even saw a brand, Eco Bee Biotech, […]
This M’sian left his IT career to rear cows with his fresh milk & ice cream business
Megat Azim Jamil always wanted to be an entrepreneur, but little did he know his business would involve rearing cows. Although he boasted some business management experience, it had nothing to do farming. In fact, no one in his family ever planted a single tree or had livestock, he said. “However, I bidan terjun, jumped […]
