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One in 3 Recipients Struggle to Pay for Essentials Due to 'Friction Tax' in Fragmented Global Payment Rails

SINGAPORE, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fragmented global payment systems are driving financial exclusion, hitting the world's most vulnerable people with a 'friction tax' of high fees and delays.According to The Thunes Cross-border Payments Interoperability Index, produced in conjunction with Juniper Research, one in three (33%) remittance recipients struggle to…

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Sadiq Khan announces £100 million investment in London ‘Singapore-style’ housing development

The announcement was made during the mayor’s trade mission to Singapore and Japan

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Tiger Beer Proves Its Global Credentials in Bold Blind Tasting Experiment

SINGAPORE, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Tiger Beer invited Singaporeans to a one-day blind tasting experiment for discerning beer drinkers, demonstrating that a shared appreciation for great beer goes beyond labels.Born in Singapore, Chosen WorldwideBorn in Singapore in 1932, Tiger Beer has grown into one of the world's most recognised…

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Rediscover the Art of Gathering with the Luxury Group by Marriott International

SINGAPORE, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Luxury Group by Marriott International is launching the third edition of its Luxury Dining Series, offering curated culinary journeys under the theme "Across the Table". From August to October, the series will take place at luxury hotels including JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald…

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UROVO DT610 Pro: The Rugged AI Terminal Redefining Frontline Productivity

SINGAPORE, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- UROVO, a global leader in enterprise mobility solutions, unveiled the DT610 Pro, a next-generation ultra-rugged intelligent terminal purpose-built to empower frontline operations across industries. Designed to withstand the toughest environments, DT610 Pro combines enterprise-grade durability with cutting-edge AI capabilities to redefine workforce productivity. In…

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Asia markets temper Iran deal optimism, BoJ decision in view

SINGAPORE - Asian stocks inched up on Tuesday after ‌rallying on the previous session on news of a peace deal between Iran and the United States, as investors turned their focus to several central bank decisions including an expected rate hike from the Bank of Japan.

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Asia Pacific Travellers Seek Familiarity, Practicality, Flexibility Amid Shifting Global Dynamics: Visa Report

SINGAPORE, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Visa, a global leader in payments, unveils key findings from the 2026 Global Travel Intentions (GTI) study, the latest edition of its flagship global study that has captured global travel patterns and preferences for over 20 years.

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Agoda Highlights Must-Visit Asian Destinations for Yoga Enthusiasts

SINGAPORE, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As International Day of Yoga approaches on June 21, digital travel platform Agoda shares a curated list of destinations across Asia that offer enriching yoga experiences. From the spiritual heartlands of India to the serene beaches of the Philippines, these locations provide diverse opportunities…

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Bybit Launches RWA Earn, Bringing Institutional Investment Opportunities On-Chain to Eligible Users

DUBAI, UAE, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has launched RWA Earn, a platform enabling institutional-grade financial access for eligible Bybit users through tokenized RWA strategies offered by Plume, the open finance platform, and DigiFT, a digital asset exchange dual-licensed in Singapore…

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Six Regional Organisations Sign MoU to Strengthen Asia's Dengue Response as Cases Rise

SINGAPORE, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Asia Dengue Voice and Action Group (ADVA) and partner organisations from across Asia have signed a new regional Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen regional cooperation on dengue prevention and control. The partnership comes at a critical time as countries face growing mosquito…

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ONLYOFFICE DocSpace 3.7 released: AI file generation, smarter forms, and updated editors

SINGAPORE, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ONLYOFFICE releases DocSpace 3.7, the newest version of its room-based collaboration platform. A major update adds new AI capabilities, a redesigned form filling experience, updated editors, and stronger security controls. The release touches nearly every part of the platform and is already available for…

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New Trip.Biz Research Finds 53% of Business Travellers Book Outside Approved Channels Due to Lack of Content

SINGAPORE, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly one-third of companies using a corporate online booking tool (OBT) report that 20% or more of travel spend is booked outside the approved platform, with 53% citing missing content as the main driver, reveals new research from Trip.Biz, the business travel brand of…

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Agoda Spotlights Six Scenic Road Trip Destinations in Asia

SINGAPORE, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda's latest recommendations highlight destinations where travelers can embark on scenic getaways where the journey itself becomes an integral part of the adventure. With a curated list of unique road trip destinations across Asia, Agoda's guide offers travelers the flexibility to…

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Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu embarks on two-day visit to Singapore to boost investments

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu is in Singapore for a two-day visit. The trip focuses on attracting investments and strengthening economic ties. He will meet Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and interact with industrialists. Naidu will also address the World Cities Summit and attend a business roadshow. The…

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10 most peaceful countries in the world in 2026, according to Global Peace Index

Peace can be difficult to define, yet its absence is usually obvious. Political instability, rising military expenditure, and other factors have shaped much of the global conversation over the past year. Against that backdrop, the latest Global Peace Index offers a snapshot of where stability has endured. The index is…

The Economic Times

Meesho to buy Kirana Club for Rs 202 crore, eyes deeper retail play

Ecommerce giant Meesho is set to acquire Kirana Club for Rs 202 crore in a cash deal, aiming to bolster its reach within India's vast kirana and small retailer network. This strategic move, approved by Meesho's board, will see the acquisition of Kirana Club's Singapore entity and its Indian subsidiary,…

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Dragonpass APAC Loyalty Index: 53% of High-Income Consumers Say Bank Rewards No Longer Match Their Lifestyle Needs

SINGAPORE, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For years, loyalty programmes across banking, credit card, and financial institutions have been built around a familiar formula: collect points, unlock perks, repeat. But across Asia-Pacific, consumers are beginning to expect something different.According to the APAC Loyalty Index released by Dragonpass, the region's loyalty…

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Agoda Highlights Unique Traditional Food Destinations in Asia

SINGAPORE, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Food remains a compelling reason for travel, drawing explorers to new destinations with the promise of authentic flavors and culinary traditions. Digital travel platform Agoda is shining a light on some of Asia's hidden gems, where the local cuisine offers a window into the…

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Seaspan Takes Delivery of First 10,800 CEU Dual-Fuel LNG Pure Car and Truck Carrier

SINGAPORE, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Seaspan Corporation ("Seaspan"), leading independent maritime asset owner and operator, is pleased to announce the Glovis Lighthouse, the first vessel in its series of 10,800 CEU dual-fuel LNG Pure Car and Truck Carriers (PCTC) newbuilds, has embarked on its maiden voyage. The Glovis Lighthouse…

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Australian tech firm Fresho makes major UK acquisition to become market-leading food wholesale platform

MELBOURNE, Australia, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresho, the global order management platform for fresh food wholesalers, has acquired Nation Wilcox, a leading provider of ERP software to food suppliers across the UK. Founded in Melbourne in 2015, Fresho has grown from an Australian startup into a global platform supporting…

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Singapore court charges Indian origin man for e-mails containing abusive language

A 72-year-old Singaporean man faces charges for sending abusive emails. Manickam Manohar allegedly targeted a Member of Parliament and town council employees. The emails contained accusations of unlawful conduct and abusive language. Police stated they have zero tolerance for harassment of public officers. The accused was previously investigated for similar…

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Tencent Cloud Unveils New AI Agents, WorkBuddy and Miora, Driving Innovation and Real Business Outcomes Across Southeast Asia

SINGAPORE, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Tencent Cloud, the cloud business of global technology company Tencent, today unveiled its portfolio of business-ready AI agents and applications at SuperAI 2026. The new offerings are designed to empower both enterprise teams and individual users across Southeast Asia, a region well-placed to automate…

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Cynosure Lutronic's XERF™, Worldwide Adoption Accelerates, Now 3x Faster

SINGAPORE, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cynosure Lutronic's XERF™, the world's first multifrequency monopolar RF device for non-invasive structural skin tightening, has surpassed 2,000 installed units worldwide in less than 2 years after launching in Korea in May 2024, with the second 1,000 installations achieved 3X faster than the first.

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Privé Technologies adopts OpenWealth standards to power wealth solutions through standardised data

SINGAPORE, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading wealth management technology firm Privé Technologies has adopted the OpenWealth standards for custody and trading. The OpenWealth Association is an industry initiative initiated & co-founded by Synpulse to standardise the exchange of portfolio, trading and client lifecycle management data, improving data efficiency and…

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QuettaFlow Technologies Strengthens Global Strategic Alliance with Lead Wealth and Showcases VasEdge at COMPUTEX Taipei 2026

SINGAPORE and TAIPEI, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- QuettaFlow Technologies Pte Ltd marked an important milestone at COMPUTEX Taipei 2026, strengthening its collaboration with Lead Wealth, as its Global Strategic Partner, while showcasing its flagship VasEdge on-premises immersion cooling solution to regional and international visitors.The collaboration reflects QuettaFlow's broader strategy…

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