AI at your fingertips: Google rolls out its AI assistant mobile app in Singapore
Google has rolled out the mobile version of its AI assistant, Gemini, in Singapore on Wednesday (May 1), granting users convenient access to assistance while on the move. With Gemini on your phone, you can type, talk or add an image for all kinds of help: You can take a picture of your flat tire […]
What makes a Malaysian startup worth investing in, according to these global VCs
In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, Malaysian startups are increasingly striving to make their mark on the global stage. With a rapidly growing ecosystem ripe with talent, capital, and ambition, the nation stands at the peak of a transformative journey towards becoming a key player in the global startup landscape. However, accessing the radar of […]
This S’porean bandage brand won a govt tender to supply hospitals before it was market ready
Remember four years ago when the COVID-19 pandemic brought chaos to the world as we knew it? It was awful and I don’t like to think about it either, but there were some pretty great silver linings during that bad period. For example, many Singaporeans banded together to start a number of community initiatives like […]
More private uni fresh grads are getting hired, but they still lag behind public uni peers
Almost 83 per cent of fresh graduates from private education institutions (PEI) in Singapore are able to secure full-time jobs six months after graduating, according to SkillsFuture Singapore’s latest Graduate Employment Survey. Within that group, about 59 per cent were able to land permanent full-time roles, 19 per cent are working part-time gigs, and approximately […]
More pink slips incoming: Tesla lays off hundreds of employees, trims senior management
Two weeks ago, Tesla begun reducing its workforce by 10 per cent, a move that has impacted at least 14,000 of its employees. Now, even more pink slips are coming. Frustrated by falling sales and the pace of job cuts so far, Elon Musk is thinning Tesla’s senior management and laying off hundreds more employees, The […]
Jobs On Demand launches a rewards platform to support gig workers in S’pore
Lacking access to traditional employment benefits, gig workers are often considered the “most financially stretched” demographic, especially with the escalating cost of living. To provide more worker benefits to the gig economy, Jobs on Demand (Jod), Singapore’s first multi-industry flexible on-demand gig work platform, has launched JodRewards, an initiative that incentivises users who complete jobs […]
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao sentenced to 4 months in prison for money laundering violations
The founder and former chief executive of Binance, Changpeng Zhao (also known as “CZ”), will serve a four-month prison term after pleading guilty to violating US money-laundering laws on Tuesday (April 30), Reuters reported. This is shorter than the three-year period US prosecutors had proposed in April, who said that a tough sentence for the man once considered the […]
Bad timing: NTUC “dismayed” at Yahoo and Ninja Van for axing staff before May Day
The National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) said it is “dismayed” at Yahoo and Ninja Van for axing employees just before Labour Day, an occasion to celebrate workers’ contributions. “We understand that companies do need to undergo restructuring exercises from time to time, but they should be considerate about the timing of such exercises and avoid […]
Nvidia staff say Jensen Huang is not easy to work with, but that’s how leaders should be, says the CEO
Demanding. Perfectionist. Not easy to work with. These are some of the words Nvidia employees have used to describe the company’s CEO, Jensen Huang. However, in a recent interview with 60 minutes, Huang said that’s how a leader “should be” to be able to “achieve extraordinary things”. The CEO’s intense approach has seemed to have […]
Ninja Van axes 10% of regional tech team, more than 20 employees in S’pore affected
Following a “cost evaluation”, Ninja Van has laid off about 10 per cent or 21 employees of its tech staff on Monday (April 29) after it determined that they were “no longer required”. The employees were all based in Singapore, and represented about 20 per cent of the tech team in the city-state, the Business […]
S’pore employment levels continue to increase for Q1 2024 as no. of retrenchments decline
Singapore’s employment levels continued to expand in the first quarter, but at a moderated pace compared to the previous quarters, according to an advance release by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) published on Tuesday (April 30). At the same time, retrenchments have also declined for the second consecutive quarter, from 3,460 in the last quarter […]
We give the KL20 Summit an A for effort, but here’s what we need to see the next time
On April 22 and 23, the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre was buzzing with entrepreneurs, investors, government officials, and of course, the media. We had all gathered for the inaugural KL20 Summit, an event designed to propel Kuala Lumpur forward as a top 20 startup hub in the world. An ambitious summit, KL20 featured a myriad […]
S’pore’s best employer survey: Tech giant Apple takes the top spot, followed by Google
In a survey jointly released by The Straits Times and global research company Statista today (April 30), Apple came in first on a list of Singapore’s Best Employers among companies and institutions with a workforce of at least 200 employees in the country. Google secured the second spot, followed by Asia Pacific Breweries Singapore (Heineken Asia […]
Yahoo axes editorial and social media teams in S’pore, 17 staff affected
Search engine giant Yahoo is reportedly axing its editorial and social media teams in Singapore. According to a news report by The Edge Singapore, 17 employees will be leaving the digital news publication by May 7, and have previously met with a human resources representative on April 23. Simon Wheeler, Yahoo’s senior director of content […]
Why this M’sian family has been preserving an 87 Y/O boutique hotel in Cameron Highlands
With its classic white exterior and a blooming English garden, the Smokehouse Hotel‘s Tudor architectural designs make it look like a relic left behind from colonial times. That’s because it is. Founded by William J Warin in 1937, it used to be called “Ye Old Smokehouse Inn” and served as a home away from home […]
It started as a temporary project for disaster relief, now it’s a 9 Y/O M’sian social enterprise
When it comes to dealing with natural disasters, providing aid swiftly and effectively is crucial. But what happens when the traditional methods fall short? Kembara Kitchen, a Malaysian initiative founded nine years ago, has risen to meet this challenge and pioneered innovative solutions to address the gaps in disaster relief. At its start, Kembara Kitchen […]
You’ve seen head spas trending on TikTok, here are 7 places to try it out in Klang Valley
My obsession with head spas started with ASMR videos. I would spend hours, mesmerised, watching videos featuring head spa content where the customer would get their scalps thoroughly cleaned and their temples thoroughly massaged. I got my first taste of it in person last year, and you can read all about my glorious experience here. […]
As a Jujutsu Kaisen fan, I regret to bring you this review of its new themed café in KL
I know I’m not alone when I say that Jujutsu Kaisen is one of the best animes in recent history. And if you don’t think so, we can at least agree that it’s certainly been one of the most popular and hence impactful pieces of media in the past few years. Malaysians seem to have […]
From closing RM5.58mil to expanding abroad, here’s how ChargeSini has grown in just 2 yrs
[Written in partnership with ChargeSini, but the editorial team had full control over the content.] Just a couple of weeks ago, Tesla’s viral Cybertruck had pulled up in Kuala Lumpur, and the hype has been unreal. My timeline’s been plastered by photos and videos of sightings, showing off the edgy, futuristic car from all angles. This […]
From groceries to household items: foodpanda unveils new house brand offering over 250 products
Earlier today (April 29), foodpanda Singapore officially launched its house brand, bright, a new product line of affordable but high-quality groceries and household staples. The brand was first unveiled in an exclusive media launch event last Thursday (April 25), and it’s described as a brand umbrella containing three subbrands: bright is an upgrade of foodpanda’s […]
These M’sians invested RM100K to serve Hainanese kopi in a modern KL cafe setting
Kopitiams have been around in Malaysia since the 1800s. It all began when Hainanese folks moved from China to Malaysia. Back then, other dialect groups like the Hokkien, Cantonese, and Teochew were already big shots in trade, mining, and farming. So, the Hainanese who worked in hotels took a chance and opened up small restaurants […]
3 GenAI use cases with the potential to take off in M’sia, based on global examples
[This is a sponsored article with SNS Network.] Most people would know the basics of generative AI (GenAI) by now, with ChatGPT being one of the most popular and widely adopted examples. But the tech goes beyond language models—take this Japanese-founded AI called BakeryScan that was developed to differentiate pastries at bakery checkouts. It was […]
GOPIZZA started as a food truck – 8 yrs in, it grew to become the 3rd largest pizza chain in S’pore
Back when Jay Lim was pursuing his bachelors degree, he recalled shelling out S$20 to S$30 for buy one get one free pizzas, which he found to be “illogical”. Adding to the exorbitant price, delivery times also stretched over an hour, and he was sure to be left with a surplus every time as he […]
I spent RM193 at this sakura-themed artisan bread fair in KLCC, here’s why you should too
When I—certified bread fiend—saw there was a bread festival in KLCC, I knew I had to go. I’m referring to Salon Du Pain, an artisan bread fair curated by Isetan. What’s more, it’s sakura-themed this time. What’s a girl to do but to wrangle a friend and go eat some bread? Salon Du Pain, for […]
How this Dewakan-trained chef puts a modern spin on traditional Chinese food at this PJ eatery
“Not Ramen”, that’s the first thing that caught my attention when stumbling upon Fifty Tales. It’s an odd statement to make without context and I thought it was just a quirky way of branding themselves. But it turns out this isn’t a gimmick at all. Its head chef, Aaron Khor, explained that Fifty Tales began […]
This S’porean biz enables parents to keep their kids’ artworks forever without the clutter
If there’s one thing that most Singaporeans struggle with, it’s space. Being on a small, albeit economically prolific island means that many of us don’t have the luxury of extra space. So you can imagine the headaches this brings. On one hand, you’re a hoarder who loves to keep the artworks that loved ones made […]
Airbot’s new self-cleaning robot vacuum boasts 3 promising features, we test each one out
[This is a sponsored article with Airbot.] I’ve been a big fan of robot vacuum cleaners for their ability to maintain the upkeep of my home by cleaning up dust, dander, and fur without me having to lift a finger. However, my glee is often dampened by the tedious task of maintaining the unit itself, […]
With names like “After Sex” & “Mixed Feelings”, this M’sian biz positions its perfumes as moods
There are probably tens of thousands of different perfumes available today, each one having its own unique scent. But in a world where these scents often tell stories untold, two brothers embarked on a journey to rewrite the narrative of perfume by bottling up moods in a bottle. The journey of moods Founded by the […]
What Malaysia is doing to turn Kuala Lumpur into a top 20 global startup hub by 2030
At the much-anticipated KL20 Summit 2024, there was a palpable sense of excitement and hopefulness in the air. Held in the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre on April 22 and 23, the event brought in industry leaders from all over the globe, all of them looking towards the same vision—a Kuala Lumpur that ranks as a […]
This M’sian startup has a plan to revolutionise our food—with fermented fungus protein
Vegetarian food isn’t exactly uncommon in Malaysia. Sure, it’s not as widespread as it could be, but there are quite a lot of movers and shakers in the scene introducing plant-based options. In the past year, Vulcan Post has featured relatively young brands like Meamo Foods, Pinxin Vegan Cuisine, In The Pink Co., and VECO […]
