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Meta begins 8,000 global job cuts in Asian hub of Singapore

Meta Platforms is laying off approximately 8,000 employees globally as part of a restructuring to boost efficiency and reduce costs, while simultaneously investing heavily in artificial intelligence. This latest round of cuts primarily impacts engineering and product teams, with some workers are being reassigned to new AI-focused initiatives.

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Agoda: Malaysian travelers are making travel in 2026 more value-led, 63% open to lesser-known destinations for lower costs

SINGAPORE, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda has revealed that value is emerging as an important factor in how Malaysians travel in 2026, influencing everything from accommodation choices to destination planning. According to Agoda's 2026 Travel Outlook Report, 63% of travelers are willing to consider lesser-known destinations…

Autonomous AI marketing platform Protaigé launches with Maia, the world's first AI Account Director that operates within the flow of work

SINGAPORE, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Protaigé announced the public launch of Maia, the world's first AI Account Director, designed to work inside the channels marketers already use - email, WhatsApp, Slack, and video meetings. Marketing teams face mounting pressure to deliver always-on, multi-channel output at a pace traditional models…

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ATxSummit 2026 Opens with Shared Regional Ambition to Harness AI for Public Good

SINGAPORE, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ATxSummit 2026, hosted by the Infocomm Media Development Authority of Singapore, officially kicked off this evening with Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam as the Guest-of-Honour at the Opening Gala Dinner at Gardens by the Bay. This year's ATxSummit will bring together government leaders from Asia,…

Why the 137-year-old developer Hongkong Land is reinventing itself—and trying to broaden its focus beyond its home city

Hong Kong currently makes up 60% of Hongkong Land's rental income; CEO Michael Smith, who took over in 2024, wants to get it down to 40%.

Deadly, highly venomous box jellyfish discovered in Singapore is a newfound species

Researchers identified a new species of box jellyfish and recorded a surprising range expansion for the Thai sea wasp after analyzing the morphology and DNA of a handful of jellies in Singapore.

UROVO Recognized as Android Enterprise Gold Partner by Google

SINGAPORE, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In April 2026, UROVO, a global leader specializing in enterprise mobility solutions, officially earned Android Enterprise Gold Partner status. This distinguished achievement highlights UROVO's expertise and capability in delivering secure, reliable, and high-performance Android-based enterprise mobility solutions. Android Enterprise Gold Partner status is one…

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Indie artists turn to AI video as promo budgets shrink

Singapore - The promo clip has always been the awkward middle layer of music marketing. Too small for a proper production day, too useful to ignore, and somehow always needed before the next post goes out.

Jenfi Surpasses US$100 Million in SME Financing Across Southeast Asia

SINGAPORE, May 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jenfi, a Southeast Asia-focused SME credit platform, today announced that it has surpassed US$100 million in cumulative financing originations across the region, marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued expansion across Singapore and Vietnam.Operating across two of Southeast Asia’s largest SME markets,…

ENNOVI Showcases Battery Cell Contacting System, including FPC Capabilities, Across All Major Cell Formats at The Battery Show Europe

SINGAPORE, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ENNOVI, a global leader in advanced interconnect and power solutions, will showcase its battery cell contacting system (CCS) capabilities at The Battery Show Europe 2026 (Hall 5, Booth C40). ENNOVI will demonstrate how its CCS technologies provide a unified approach that supports all major…

Visa and Trip.com Group Ink Strategic Collaboration, Enabling Consumers to Chase Their Passions Through Travel

SINGAPORE, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Visa, a world leader in digital payments today announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Trip.com Group, marking a strategic collaboration to power richer travel experiences for Asia Pacific consumers. The MoU will harness Visa's global payments network and Trip.com Group's extensive ecosystem, enabling…

Philips Business Natural-Eyecare Monitor Integrates TÜV Rheinland-Certified Circular Polarization Light to Support All-Day Office Viewing

SINGAPORE, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The new Philips Natural-Eyecare business monitor lineup is engineered to meet TÜV Rheinland standards to deliver a comfortable viewing experience, resulting in minimal eye strain and headaches. The range includes 24B2N2200G, 27B2N2200G, and 27B2N3500G, featured with IPS panel and a fast refresh rate of…

AIMX Singapore 2026 Anchors Strategic Relationship with TechInnovation and AI Gravity

SINGAPORE, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Recognising AI as a horizontal technology that is applicable across different domains and drives enterprise value, MP Singapore has partnered with IPI Singapore and DLG Exhibition & Events (DLG) for AIMX Singapore 2026, taking place from 26–27 August 2026 at the Sands Expo and…

LITFINCON Asia 2026 Convenes June 3 - 4 at the Marina Bay Sands as Global Litigation Finance Leaders Gather in Singapore

SINGAPORE, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LITFINCON, the global litigation finance conference series, today confirmed that LITFINCON Asia 2026 takes place on June 3-4, 2026 at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. The inaugural Asia edition convenes senior litigation funders, institutional investors, law firm partners, general counsel, insurers, and dispute resolution…

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'A Boss Shouldn't Dictate My Success': Entrepreneur Rejected £2,300 Salary — Built $75M Property Career

Claire Tan turned down salary offers to start her own business at 17. She now runs two companies and has transacted over £58m in Singapore property

International Business Times

Inside the West African Country That Could Be the New Singapore

This week's Visionary Voices sits down with Eric Annan, founder of AYAHQ, one of West Africa's most outspoken entrepreneurs building at the intersection of tech, education, and human connection.

The Economic Times

India's exports to China rise 27 pc in Apr; imports up 20.85 pc

India's trade with China saw significant growth in April. Exports to China surged by 27 percent, while imports increased by over 20 percent. This has led to a wider trade deficit with Beijing. China has now become India's largest trading partner. Meanwhile, trade with the US also saw changes. Other…

The Economic Times

Air India's challenges 'largely external', transformation a long game: Singapore Airlines CEO

Air India's transformation is a long journey with no quick fixes, according to Singapore Airlines CEO Goh Choon Phong. The Indian carrier faces significant external challenges. These include the ongoing Pakistan airspace closure and a depreciating rupee. Air India's losses were substantial in the last fiscal year. The company is…

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Singapore Airlines defends its decision to invest in loss-making Air India: 'We know the market and how difficult it feels'

SIA reported a 57.4% drop in FY2025 net income to $927 million. Profits were partially eroded by losses from the airline's investment in Air India.

The Independent UK

Singapore jails doctor after aesthetic procedure kills 31-year-old woman

Court finds doctor ‘wilfully’ withheld critical medical information from victim’s family, calling it ‘deplorable conduct’

The Economic Times

Air India woes dent Singapore Airlines earnings; profit falls 57%

Singapore Airlines Group saw a 57.4% profit drop to SGD 1.184 billion in FY26, largely due to no prior one-off merger gain and Air India's losses. Despite this, SIA remains committed to its Air India investment, viewing it as crucial for its multi-hub strategy in a growing aviation market.

The Guardian - UK

The ultimate Singapore travel guide: where to stay, what to eat and how to get around

From Michelin-starred street food to year-round sunshine and multiple attractions, here’s everything you need to know about things to do when travelling in Singapore

The Times of India

Indian engineer charged in US for Maryland bridge crash, six construction workers were killed in 2024

Two companies, one Indian and another from Singapore, and an Indian engineer have been charged with conspiring to defraud the US and causing the death of six construction workers in 2024. On March 26, 2024, a 900-ft container vessel, Dali, registered in Singapore, crashed into the bridge. 47-year-old Radhakrishnan Karthik…

Shipping industry fears fuel shortages that could drive up prices worldwide

Global shipping companies are bracing for fuel shortages and rising costs as the Iran war disrupts supplies of bunker fuel through the Strait of Hormuz.

The Independent UK

Shipping industry fears fuel shortages as Iran war squeezes bunker fuel supply

The global maritime industry is facing a looming shortage of the fuel that powers ships as the Iran war chokes off a key shipping lane in the Strait of Hormuz

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