Figure Technology’s successful IPO debut
Figure’s recent IPO highlights both strong investor demand and the growing appeal of blockchain in traditional finance. The stock made its public debut at $44 per share, a dramatic increase over its $25 IPO price and well above the revised pricing range of $20–$22....
How MarketFresh is Bridging Tradition and Technology
In the pre-dawn hours of Singapore, while most of the city sleeps, a quiet revolution is taking place. It's not happening in gleaming tech offices or startup incubators, but in the most traditional of spaces: the wet market. MarketFresh, a homegrown online grocery...
Poland shot down Russian drones
Poland stood firm. Last night, their air force shot down Russian drones skimming the border. It was no accident — Prime Minister Tusk said so himself, pushing back against President Trump’s doubts. The world held its breath. NATO did not stand by. Under...
Central bank rate decisions
Federal Reserve Meeting (September 17-18, 2025) The Federal Reserve's interest rate decision on Wednesday, September 17th, is indeed the major focus for investors this week. Market expectations strongly favor a 25 basis point (0.25%) rate cut, with around 88%...
How Singapore Became Asia’s Online Grocery Pioneer
An in-depth analysis of Singapore's thriving digital grocery ecosystem and what it means for the future of food retail In the gleaming aisles of Singapore's traditional supermarkets, something fundamental has shifted. While shoppers still navigate between produce...
Singapore’s Community Shops Revolutionize Food Assistance
How innovative community shops across Singapore are transforming food aid by empowering beneficiaries with choice while reducing waste In the heart of Singapore's heartland neighborhoods, a quiet revolution is taking place. Gone are the days when food assistance meant...
Guide to Bulk Food Stores
Grind your own nut butter, fill mason jars with organic grains, and embrace plastic-free living at Singapore's thriving bulk food scene The Rise of Conscious Consumption Singapore's sustainability movement has found its champion in an unlikely place: the humble bulk...
Singapore Design Week 2025
Your Complete Guide to Singapore's Most Transformative Creative Festival September 11-21, 2025 | Theme: "Nation by Design" As Singapore marks its 60th year of independence, the nation is channeling its pioneering spirit into shaping a visionary future. This commitment...
Market Paradox: Economy versus Stocks
The Disconnect The S&P 500 has grown over 11% this year and hit new record highs, even as the Bureau of Labor Statistics made the largest downward revision to job growth estimates in its history, cutting last year's figures in half. Meanwhile, inflation remains...
Guide to Singapore’s Food Banks
Singapore's food banking ecosystem has evolved into a robust network of charitable organizations dedicated to addressing two critical issues: food insecurity among vulnerable populations and the growing problem of food waste. With thousands of families struggling to...