Singapore

Singapore has rapidly emerged as a global leader in the financial technology (FinTech) sector, establishing itself as a hub for innovation, investment, and regulatory excellence. Over the past decade, the city-state has implemented forward-thinking policies and cultivated a supportive ecosystem that fosters technological disruption within the financial industry. From digital banking to blockchain applications, Singapore…

As the mid-year school holidays arrive, more families in Singapore are using the break to build their children’s water confidence and safety skills through structured swimming programmes. Singapore, — With the mid-year school holidays underway, a growing number of parents are enrolling their children in kids swimming lessons as a productive and meaningful way to…

On May 27, “NINJA BASKETBALL ARMY” was unveiled as a new story-driven brand officially inspired by the NBA, the world’s premier professional basketball league. “NINJA BASKETBALL ARMY” is a groundbreaking story-driven brand that embraces stylized anachronism by fusing 16th Century Japan with the NBA. The project is directed by “NINJA BASKETBALL ANONYMOUS,” a Japanese creative…

Dedicated design recruitment channel supports Singapore’s role as a regional creative and design hub Singapore: HireDesigners, among the world’s largest design recruitment agencies, has launched a dedicated Singapore channel to serve Singapore-based businesses, design studios, regional headquarters of multinational brands, and in-house creative teams seeking access to vetted design talent. The agency extends its network…

ASUENE Inc. conducted a special lecture on decarbonisation management, AI utilisation, and global business expansion for 36 students from the National University of Singapore (NUS) Business School on May 14, 2026. The session was held as part of “Bizad Abroad 2026,” an overseas field study trip organised by NUS Students’ Business Club (Bizad Club), part…

In September 2025, Masuo Kuremura, formerly Executive Secretary to the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, was appointed Chairman of the “Dialogue for Innovative and Sustainable Growth (DISG),” a platform dedicated to advancing practical economic cooperation between ASEAN and Japan. In the same month, the Government of Japan introduced a new policy framework for cooperation…

Muslim AI Companion, an ethical AI platform focused on spiritual wellness and faith-conscious digital support, has secured its first early-stage investment from HASAN.VC. The funding supports the platform’s mission to deliver compassionate, ethical, and culturally sensitive AI solutions for the global Muslim community, with users across more than 160 countries. Muslim AI Companion also continues…

This new guide by HOTEL de DOCTOR 24 addresses common health issues, ensuring a safe and comfortable getaway in Hokkaido and highland resorts. TOKYO, Japan, May 19, 2026 — HOTEL de DOCTOR 24, a leading online medical consultation service for international visitors, has announced the release of its first-ever “Health & Wellness Guide for Singaporean…

Developed with Kyoto City, SLASH, and NTT ExC Partners, the PointMap+Life (αVer.) Trial, Showcasing “MAP 3.0” Launches in Tokyo iHistory Inc. has unveiled its vision for “MAP 3.0”, a new approach to digital mapping that reimagines maps as immersive canvases for memory, emotion, and place-based storytelling. The Tokyo-based startup, whose mission is to “stimulate creativity…

The Surabaya-based digital group is positioning itself as a regional gateway, targeting infrastructure and payment partnerships across Southeast Asia. NarayaOne, an East Java-based integrated digital services group, is set to exhibit at CommunicAsia 2026 in Singapore from May 20 to 22 — making it one of the few Indonesian provincial operators to participate in the…