Booking a private holiday rental with popular platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo might not be as cost-effective as many people assume. In fact, according to research conducted by Which?, these private booking options can be up to 19% more expensive than hotels on average. The study analyzed one-bed listings on Airbnb and Vrbo in 50 …
U.S. President Joe Biden and China’s President Xi Jinping shake hands as they meet on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Nusa Dua on the Indonesian resort island of Bali on November 14, 2022. Saul Loeb | Afp | Getty Images SINGAPORE — The U.S. and China have been engaged in a political showdown …
A view of the Standard Chartered bank in Singapore, May 3, 2023. Caroline Chia | Reuters Zodia Custody, a company that assists large institutions in storing their cryptocurrencies, officially launched in Singapore on Tuesday, aiming to capitalize on the rapidly growing digital asset market in the country. In a press release, Zodia announced that it …
The concept of working while traveling has become increasingly popular with the rise of remote and hybrid work. If you’re considering a “workcation,” Barcelona might just be the perfect destination for you. According to IWG, a flexible workplace company, Barcelona ranked at the top among 26 cities worldwide in terms of its suitability for work …
By Zeenia Naqvee Updated: 14:15 BST, 24 August 2023 A maritime engineering company has successfully launched its environmentally friendly cargo vessel with hopes of reducing carbon emissions by up to 30 percent. Previously led by Olympic medallist Sir Ben Ainslie, BAR Technologies has announced the maiden voyage of its ship after three years of development …
High-rise buildings are seen near Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong, China, July 24, 2023. (Photo by Costfoto/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Costfoto | Nurphoto | Getty Images Asia is taking the lead in promoting regulatory clarity in the cryptocurrency industry, surpassing the United States and making the region more appealing to investors. Industry experts suggest that …
Singapore has become one of the first jurisdictions to finalize regulations for stablecoins, a type of digital currency designed to maintain a constant value against a fiat currency. The stablecoin market is valued at approximately $125 billion, with Tether’s USDT and Circle’s USDC dominating around 90% of the market cap. However, stablecoins are largely unregulated …
A picturesque view of Singapore’s Central Business District and the iconic Merlion illuminated with a stunning projection during the iLight Marina Bay event in March 2018. Suhaimi Abdullah | Getty Images News | Getty Images Singapore has revised its economic growth forecast for this year, projecting a range of 0.5% to 1.5%. The adjustment is …
Travelers from Singapore will soon have an exciting new vacation option that doesn’t involve flying. Nirup Island, a luxurious private island located just nine miles south of Singapore, recently opened its doors. This opening is part of a two-phase development, with the first phase including the launch of a restaurant and bar, ferry terminal, marina …
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has expressed his frustration towards fans who asked for his autograph. This incident occurred after the Reds suffered a heartbreaking 4-3 defeat against Bayern Munich during their pre-season tour in Singapore. The German manager was approached by fans as he got off the team bus, but he promptly declined, stating that …