Philippines turns over PHP205 million from forfeited vehicle sale
The Department of Finance says proceeds from forfeited luxury vehicles have been turned over to the treasury.
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Thailand and Singapore central banks sign cybersecurity cooperation agreement
According to Bank Thailand News, the Bank of Thailand and Monetary Authority of Singapore announced cooperation on cybersecurity and digital-fraud protection.
Philippines books PHP1 billion from Makati property sale
The Department of Finance says the property sale adds non-tax revenue for national development priorities.
Cialfo simplifies university applications for school counsellors
Cialfo’s Direct Apply explanation shows how an education platform is reducing application friction for schools.
Keppel launches S$3.7 billion programme for legacy-rig monetisation
According to Keppel Newsroom, keppel says its offshore fund programme is intended to monetise as many as 10 legacy rigs.
Grab tests phone booking for older riders
Grab’s AI Call-A-Ride pilot tests whether voice booking can widen access to ride-hailing for seniors.
Grab raises 2026 guidance after stronger second quarter
Grab’s second-quarter update points to stronger regional platform demand and gives investors a clearer profitability benchmark.
Skyro reports first half-year operating profit as Philippine lending grows
The lender’s unaudited figures show more loans and a positive operating result before currency effects and tax. Credit quality remains the key missing proof.
FOMO Pay joins Canton network to support institutional transactions
The Singapore payments company has begun checking activity on Canton. Buyers still need evidence on live use, resilience and legal responsibility.
National University Hospital plans AINEX software study during endoscopies
The Singapore hospital plans to study software that flags suspicious tissue during endoscopies. Buyers should watch whether research leads to routine clinical use.
1exchange joins Canton network for private digital-asset trades
Singapore’s regulated exchange says Canton could limit who sees transaction data. It has not announced a live product, customer or trading volume.
Arctic Wolf report puts Singapore’s AI trust gap into cybersecurity buying decisions
The cybersecurity company’s 2026 survey finds Singapore security leaders are willing to trust agentic AI for alert triage and patching, even as cyber-risk exposure remains high.