Singapore’s $1 Billion AI Investment

Singapore’s $1 Billion AI Investment

Introduction: Doubling Down on AI Excellence On January 24, 2026, Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo unveiled Singapore’s most ambitious artificial intelligence research initiative to date: a $1 billion investment spanning 2025 to...
Ecosystem Collapse

Ecosystem Collapse

The UK government’s recent intelligence report warning that biodiversity loss threatens national security carries profound implications for Singapore. As a highly urbanized city-state that imports over 90% of its food and sits at the epicenter of Southeast...
Singapore Banks in a Falling Rate Environment

Singapore Banks in a Falling Rate Environment

Executive Summary As global central banks reverse their tightening cycle, Singapore’s major banks face a fundamental shift in their operating environment. This case study examines how DBS, OCBC, and UOB are navigating margin compression while attempting to...
Shang Palace: Hong Kong Cantonese Cuisine

Shang Palace: Hong Kong Cantonese Cuisine

Shangri-La Singapore | Cantonese | $$$ Chef Daniel Cheung’s retooled menu at Shang Palace reads like a love letter to Hong Kong’s culinary heritage, where each dish presents a masterclass in textural complexity and the delicate art of Cantonese cooking....