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11:36pm, 14th May, 2020

Singapore's Temasek joins Facebook-backed Libra project

Singapore state investor Temasek Holdings has joined the Facebook-backed Libra digital currency project which has faced intense scrutiny from global regulators worried its launch could erode national control over money.

Gaming firm Razer to roll out mask vending machines in Singapore

1:26am, 13th May, 2020

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Gaming firm Razer to roll out mask vending machines in Singapore

Gaming hardware maker Razer Inc plans to dispense its locally produced masks in Singapore through a network of vending machines across the city-state, where it has become compulsory to wear them in public.

11:22am, 2nd April, 2019

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Facebook, rights groups hit out at Singapore's fake news bill

Singapore submitted wide-ranging fake news legislation in parliament on Monday, stoking fears from internet firms and human rights groups that it may give the government too much power and hinder freedom of speech.

Volvo to test full-size driverless bus in Singapore

1:41am, 5th March, 2019

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Volvo to test full-size driverless bus in Singapore

Sweden's Volvo Buses and Singapore's Nanyang Technological University (NTU) on Tuesday unveiled a full-size autonomous electric bus for testing this year in the city state.

Singapore lawmaker blasts Facebook over refusal to take down 'false' post

4:45am, 20th November, 2018

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Singapore lawmaker blasts Facebook over refusal to take down 'false' post

A Singapore lawmaker hit out at Facebook on Tuesday, saying it had reneged on a promise to help rein in fake news and calling for tougher regulations, which the social media firm has cautioned against.

Why did Dyson pick Singapore to build its electric car?

5:38am, 25th October, 2018

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Why did Dyson pick Singapore to build its electric car?

(This version of the story is an official correction to change last section to reflect clarification by Singapore's trade ministry that electric cars are covered under its free trade deal with China)

Uber to appeal Singapore's competition watchdog decision on Grab deal

2:05am, 22nd October, 2018

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Uber to appeal Singapore's competition watchdog decision on Grab deal

Uber Technologies Inc has decided to appeal a decision by the Singapore competition regulator that its merger with regional rival Grab violated the city-state's competition laws, the firm said on Monday.

Singapore's Grab in talks to sell Thai unit stake to Central Group: sources

7:45am, 27th September, 2018

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Singapore's Grab in talks to sell Thai unit stake to Central Group: sources

Singapore-based ride-hailing firm Grab is in talks to sell "a decent-sized stake" in its Thai business to Thailand's largest retailer, Central Group, people with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters on Thursday.

Exclusive: Axiata likely to reject Keppel-led offer for Singapore mobile firm M1 - source

3:33am, 27th September, 2018

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Exclusive: Axiata likely to reject Keppel-led offer for Singapore mobile firm M1 - source

Malaysia's Axiata Group Bhd, the largest shareholder in Singapore-listed M1 Ltd, is likely to reject an offer led by conglomerate Keppel Corp to acquire M1, a source with direct knowledge of the matter said on Thursday.

Grab halts late-night car-pooling in Singapore after driver complaints

2:23am, 26th September, 2018

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Grab halts late-night car-pooling in Singapore after driver complaints

Ride-hailing firm Grab said on Wednesday it would stop offering car-pooling services during late-night hours in Singapore after drivers complained about some passengers being drunk and argumentative.