Reading time 5 minutesLast updated January 2024 To help fund sustainability projects and help get closer to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is putting SGD 5 Million seed capital into the Asia Climate Solutions Design Grant. This announcement was made during the inaugural Transition Finance Towards Net Zero (TFNZ) conference on October […]
Reading time 8 minutesTo attract more skilled foreign workers to Singapore, the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) announced the Overseas Networks and Expertise Pass (ONE Pass), which launched on January 1, 2023. This new pass aims to attract foreign talents who “possess valuable networks, as well as deep skills and expertise, that can help Singapore grow,” according […]
Reading time 6 minutesWhat does ISO 27001 certification entail? With data breaches frequently making headlines, people are wary of sharing their personal information online. For companies that conduct their business online, trust is the most precious foundation of every good business relationship. With ISO 27001, online service providers can assure their customers that their personal information […]
Reading time 6 minutesStarting September 2023, Singapore work pass applicants would now need to hit a minimum threshold to qualify under a new point system created by the Ministry of Manpower called the Complementarity Assessment Framework (COMPASS). Would this new point system make things easier or harder for employers and employees? What is COMPASS? As mentioned, […]
Reading time 11 minutesAre a fund manager or asset manager looking for a guide on Singapore corporate structures like LLP and VCC, or fund management structures like the VCFM and RFMC? Read this comprehensive guide to learn how to identify them and how to start your licence application. Singapore has established itself as one of the most […]
Reading time 7 minutes You’re a startup that wants to get the ball rolling by holding a fundraising event, but there’s an economic downturn. How can you possibly find investors to trust you and invest in your vision? Even if things seem bleak, investors are more than willing to back up the right company. All you […]
Reading time 5 minutesThe burden of making sure your company stays compliant with legal requirements falls squarely on the shoulders of your company secretary. These secretaries make sure they stay up to date with the latest legislative and regulatory changes enacted by the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) to help companies avoid liabilities and penalties […]
Reading time 9 minutes With the world being disrupted by the COVID-19 virus, it is important for people to be active in fighting misinformation to not only help keep the peace but also to avoid any dangerous actions that may come from that misinformation. Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) has given us good cause to examine virality—and […]
Reading time 11 minutesLast updated January 2024 The Islamic month of Ramadan commences on March 10, 2024. As per the 2023 census by Pew Research, approximately 18% of Singapore’s population identifies as Muslim. During this period, many Muslims in Singapore will observe day-long fasting and engage in additional prayers. Given Singapore’s diverse society, we must support […]
Reading time 8 minutes Discover the benefits of incorporating a company in Singapore as a tech startup. The small but prosperous island has a long track record of attracting businesses of all sizes, from established companies like IBM to startups like Grab. This should not come as a surprise, given that Singapore has remained one of […]
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