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Eid al-Fitr Celebration Tradition in Singapore and Around the World
Eid al-Fitr, also known as the “Festival of Breaking the Fast,” is an important celebration for Muslims worldwide after Ramadhan. It is a time when families and friends gather to enjoy delicious traditional foods and celebrate together. The festivities start with a morning cleansing called “ghusl,” where Muslims wash their bodies to feel spiritually
Singtel’s New Anti-Scam Tool Using Sim Card Data
Singtel has launched a new tool called SingVerify, which added a layer of security to users’ data on Singtel and M1 to combat online scams. SingVerify operates discreetly in the background, serving as a deterrent to scammers attempting to exploit stolen credentials for unauthorized access to banking or e-commerce accounts. The transaction will be blocked
Singaporeans Lost $651.8M to Scams in 2023
Scam victims in Singapore lost a staggering $651.8 million in 2023, with over 46,000 cases reported. Despite warnings from authorities and media about scams, the number of cases hit an all-time high last year. The police disclosed to The Straits Times that there were 46,563 reported scam cases in 2023, marking the highest number since
Singapore Invests $100 Million in Nationwide Broadband Network
Singapore plans to invest up to $100 million in upgrading its Nationwide Broadband Network. The government promises to boost the speeds of up to 10 gigabits per second (Gbps), ten times faster than what is currently available for most households. The upgrade will support future technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality, and smart home
Singapore Prepares $131.4 Billion Budget for Tackling Living Cost Challenges
Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong unveiled Singapore’s 2024 Budget in Parliament on February 16 to address immediate cost-of-living pressures while paving the way for long-term economic prosperity, better jobs, and a culture of lifelong learning. He presented a proposal of $131.4 billion, which is approximately 18.3% of Singapore’s gross domestic product. DPM Wong was optimistic
Singapore Invests $1 Billion Boost for AI
Singapore plans to invest over $1 billion in five years to boost its artificial intelligence (AI) activities. One of the business leaders, Ben King, who manages Google Singapore, thinks that being quick to adopt digital innovations is crucial for staying ahead in a digital economy. “The Singapore Budget 2024 has unveiled support that will set