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#BTExplains: How Singapore is warming to crypto and digital assets Here and around the world, the surge in crypto assets has also prompted incumbent banks to move into this space. Meanwhile, platforms are popping up to o…

Former telehealth CEO launches pet telemedicine ZumVet, raises seed funding ZumVet has about 6,000 users in Singapore and charges S$25 and above for a video call with a vet. It secured Pine Venture Partners as a lead inv…

Decision to reopen borders, ease curbs cannot be based on vaccination rates: Ong Ye Kung It would not be "wise" to do so, said Health Minister Mr Ong. Instead, the reopening should be pegged to outcomes, such as the numb…

SIA could benefit from a bigger focus on freight Air cargo demand has been strong, initially for urgent movements of personal protective equipment and subsequently due to a lockdown-induced boom in e-commerce. bt.sg/4CQX

As Covid-19 rages in India, Singapore startups lend a hand Ajay Bulusu of NextBillion.ai has seen 90% of his Indian employees infected by Covid-19. But he is cautiously optimistic. Other startups like Carousell and Reddo…

New virus variants likely behind higher transmission rate; higher-quality masks urged The public are now encouraged to use either surgical masks or reusable masks with at least two layers of fabric, rather than simple cl…

100,000 fewer workers in construction and services sectors had borders been shut to migrant workers: MOM "Our restrictions on inflow of workers from higher-risk countries will also likely persist for some time, until the…

Hmlet bags US$6m injection from investors in a 'down round' for turnaround; exits Australia The startup hopes this lifeline will help turn the tide in its favour amid a recovering rental market. bt.sg/4CYx

World Economic Forum cancels meeting in Singapore Instead, the next meeting will take place in the first half of 2022, with the date and location yet to be decided. bt.sg/4CxJ

Lessons from the circuit breaker Earlier this year, The Business Times spoke to some local SME towkays and asked them how they managed to navigate the crisis. bt.sg/4CNr

Singapore-Hong Kong air travel bubble bursts again, spiked by rising covid cases in Republic The two governments will decide the new launch date of the bubble towards the end of Phase 2 (Heightened Alert) in Singapore wh…

FINE PRINT: Memento mori Lucy Pollock's surprisingly soothing book about ageing and dying covers all the common scenarios that can happen beyond your mid-60s. And the message in the book is clear - don't jump to any conc…

In case you missed it: 1. Grab, Sea and more: How Singapore forged a startup ecosystem 2. BioNTech to set up regional HQ, vaccine facility in Singapore 3. Banks, tech firms hit by new work pass restrictions #btgarage Sta…

Lexus UX 300e review: Soothing Japanese coy The silence and smoothness of motor propulsion are a lovely match for the UX. Electric vehicles can be noisy because they have no engine roar to cover up tyre rumbling and othe…

What's missing in Singapore's startup scene? Singapore's startup ecosystem has come a long way in the last two decades. But it battles growing pains, just like any maturing ecosystem. 🦄 bt.sg/4CT6

Work goes hybrid: Offices that give employees plenty of flexibility are the new normal. #BTLifestyle 💻 bt.sg/4CSk

Why SPH's Anthony Tan is hooked on Muay Thai Hours of kicks, jabs and strikes have instilled in Singapore Press Holdings deputy CEO Anthony Tan the value of persistence, discipline and order. bt.sg/4CTo

#BRUNCH: A new age for office space We speak to real estate consultants and occupiers to find out the state of the office market. bt.sg/4CTd

PODCAST: Learn to protect and grow your wealth in this new Business Times monthly podcast series for affluent individuals, hosted by BT wealth editor Genevieve Cua. In this 1st episode of the new WealthBT podcast, BT's w…

Dining ban 'unfortunate' for newly opened F&B establishments Huggs Coffee is now "scrambling" to churn out takeaway and delivery promotions, and has procured more takeaway packaging in anticipation of an increase in deli…

Capacity restrictions to deal heavy blow to events, attractions ahead of June holidays "We are unsure if there will be any escalated government support for (the financial impact)," said Kevin Cheong, chairman of the Asso…