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Agentic AI exposes Singapore banking oversight gaps
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Agentic AI exposes Singapore banking oversight gaps
Deloitte and Gartner warn autonomous AI systems are advancing faster than banking controls accountability and compliance oversight.
IMDA ramps up AI push as short-form platforms dominate
IMDA ramps up AI push as short-form platforms dominate
The agency's $48m programme backs capability upgrade as viewing habits move mobile-first platforms.
OCBC rolls out free ESG assessment tool for SMEs
OCBC rolls out free ESG assessment tool for SMEs
Large companies can request to onboard their SME suppliers.
Economists trim 2026 GDP forecast to 3.5%
Economists trim 2026 GDP forecast to 3.5%
Headline inflation is now seen at 2.3%, up from 1.5% in March. 
MPACT prices $200m green notes due 2033
MPACT prices $200m green notes due 2033
The proceeds will be used to finance or refinance eligible green projects under its green finance framework.
82% of Singapore firms pulled back live AI agents: survey
82% of Singapore firms pulled back live AI agents: survey
Despite leading APAC in AI deployment, many enterprises still face reliability, governance, and infrastructure challenges.

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Big-ticket deals lift Singapore M&A as volumes fall
Private equity and AI infrastructure drive record deal concentration.
Insurance Insurers expand beyond protection into wealth planning
Only 41% of consumers own life insurance.
Financial Services BofA expands payment push as clients shift liquidity
Treasury functions move closer to board-level decisions.
HR & Education Employers seek learning ability as AI disrupts jobs
INSEAD expands programmes as workers face pressure to reskill quickly.
Art buyers seek safer canvases
Younger collectors in their 20s and 30s are entering the market.
Telecom & Internet Singapore telecom crowding persists after Simba-M1 deal collapse
Its small market has left the mobile and fixed broadband sectors saturated.
Singapore merger rule changes seen speeding up deal approvals
Phase 2 review timeline was shortened to 100 working days.

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