India’s Smartphone Security Requirements

India’s Smartphone Security Requirements

Executive Summary India’s proposed Indian Telecom Security Assurance Requirements (ITSAR) framework represents one of the most comprehensive smartphone security regulatory initiatives globally. While the controversy centers on New Delhi, the ripple effects could...
Aperia Mall Dining Experience

Aperia Mall Dining Experience

Tucked away at the crossroads of Lavender Street and Kallang Road, Aperia Mall presents itself as an unassuming culinary destination that punches well above its weight class. Over the course of several visits, I explored the mall’s diverse food offerings, from...
Singapore Property & Banking Market

Singapore Property & Banking Market

Executive Summary This case study examines the current state of Singapore’s property and banking sectors in January 2026, analyzing key transactions, market trends, and strategic implications for investors and stakeholders. Case Study: UOL-CapitaLand...
Japan’s Election and Consumption Tax Debate

Japan’s Election and Consumption Tax Debate

Introduction Japan’s upcoming general election on February 8, 2026, has thrust consumption tax policy into the political spotlight, with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s Liberal Democratic Party pledging to consider suspending the tax on food items. While...
JB Chinese New Year Markets 2026

JB Chinese New Year Markets 2026

Price Comparison Table ItemLocationPrice (RM)Price (S$)Value RatingSnacks & CookiesEureka Popcorn CNY SetJB City Square50.0015.84⭐⭐⭐Yong Sheng Premium Cookies (3 tins)JB City Square99.8031.59⭐⭐⭐⭐Xiao Fu Snacks (per jar)AEON Tebrau City30.009.52⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Tong Garden...
Trump’s Davos Return

Trump’s Davos Return

As US President Donald Trump prepares to address the World Economic Forum in Davos next week, Singapore finds itself navigating an increasingly complex geopolitical and economic landscape shaped by America’s evolving foreign policy priorities. The Tariff Shadow...
Marina Bay’s New Curved Bridge

Marina Bay’s New Curved Bridge

Introduction Singapore’s upcoming curved pedestrian and cycling bridge represents far more than a simple infrastructure addition to Marina Bay’s skyline. Set to break ground in the first quarter of 2026 and complete by 2029, this project embodies the...
Trump’s Greenland Tariff Threat

Trump’s Greenland Tariff Threat

The escalating confrontation between the United States and its European allies over Greenland represents more than a bilateral dispute—it signals a potential reshaping of the global trading system that could have profound consequences for Singapore, a nation whose...
Micron’s 250% Stock Surge

Micron’s 250% Stock Surge

Executive Summary Micron Technology’s 250% stock surge over 12 months, driven by AI-powered memory chip demand, presents unique opportunities and challenges for Singapore’s investors, economy, and semiconductor ecosystem. This case study examines the...