Tag Archives: Singapore

20Feb/26

The $33 Trillion Shift: 5 Surprising Realities Reshaping the Stablecoin Era

February 20, 2026FinanceAlipay, Argentina, Cryptocurrencies, Decentralized finance, GENIUS Act, India, Singapore, South Korea, Stablecoins, United States, Yield Routesadmin

Stablecoins Come of Age: Navigating Landmark Regulations, Global Adoption, and the Rise of Yield-Bearing Tokens

Feb 19, 2026 /Mpelembe media/ — By late 2025 and early 2026, the global stablecoin market has transitioned from a niche crypto-trading utility into core financial infrastructure, processing trillions of dollars in annual transaction volume. This evolution is defined by the implementation of landmark regulatory frameworks—most notably the U.S. GENIUS Act and the EU’s MiCA regulation—which have established strict operational standards and legitimized the asset class. Simultaneously, the market has seen a surge in institutional adoption and a significant structural shift toward yield-bearing and synthetic stablecoin models. However, despite these advancements, recent market shocks underscore that systemic vulnerabilities, such as liquidity crunches and de-pegging risks, remain persistent threats. Continue reading →

19Feb/26

“Nobody Above the Law”: Andrew Arrested for Misconduct and Mandelson Investigated Following Major Epstein File Release

February 19, 2026CrimeAdrian Gleave, Afghanistan, Andrew Albert Christian Edward, Andrew Mountbatten-, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Banque Havilland, Charles III, Charlotte Briggs, Child sexual abuse in the United States, Emma Gruenbaum, Jeffrey Epstein, Jonathan Rowland, Keir Starmer, Mountbatten family, Mountbatten-Windsor, Nebahat, Paul Page, Selman Turk, Singapore, Stephen Parkinson, Tarek Kaituni, U.S. Virgin Islands, United Kingdom, Vietnam, Virginia Giuffre, William, Yorkadmin

The Fall of the Spare: 5 Most Shocking Revelations from the Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Files

Feb 19, 2026 /Mpelembe media/ — Mountbatten-Windsor (formerly Prince Andrew) was arrested by Thames Valley Police at Wood Farm on the Sandringham Estate. He was taken into custody on suspicion of misconduct in public office, a common law offense that carries a maximum sentence of life imprisonment. This marks the first arrest of a senior royal since King Charles I in 1647. The arrest follows a “thorough assessment” of evidence revealing that, during his tenure as the UK’s Special Representative for International Trade and Investment (2001–2011), Andrew allegedly abused his position to share confidential government information with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein
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23Jan/26

Redefining Time Off: The Rise of the Long Weekend

January 23, 2026TravelBangkok, Barcelona, Caticlan, Chengdu, China, France, Gemini, Hari Raya, Itinerary, Journey planner, Kuala Lumpur, Lisbon, London, marriott hotels, New York, Nice, Paris, Philippines, Project Gemini, Seoul, Singapore, Taipei, Thailand, Tourism, Travel, Travel itineraryadmin

Jan. 22, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — In 2026, short-term travel is undergoing a significant transformation as long weekends increasingly replace traditional extended holidays. Data indicates a 34% rise in trips lasting four days or fewer, a trend primarily propelled by working professionals aged 25 to 49. These travellers are leveraging public holidays to attend major entertainment events or visit bustling urban hubs like Bangkok, London, and Paris. To facilitate this shift, digital tools such as Gemini are being used to generate instant, customised itineraries for various travel styles. Ultimately, the modern workforce is prioritising efficient, meaningful escapes that require minimal annual leave. Continue reading →

25Nov/25

Accelerating Enterprise Data Migration with AI

November 25, 2025Technology.google, Acceldata, Apache Hadoop, Artificial intelligence, Cloud computing, Cloud infrastructure, cna insurance, Google Cloud Platform, Indonesia, Intesa Sanpaolo, J.B., Migration Services, Oracle Cloud, Oracle Exadata, PAYPAL, Quest Diagnostics, Singapore, Teradata, The DBS Bank, United States, Vaishali Walia, Vaishali Walia , Sr.admin

Nov. 25, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — The document, titled “Accelerating enterprise data migration,” is a Google Cloud resource promoting the migration of corporate data platforms to their cloud environment, primarily using BigQuery and Vertex AI. The central argument is that legacy systems are inadequate for modern AI-driven success, while cloud migration provides substantial benefits like faster insights, cost efficiency, and AI readiness. Multiple case studies from diverse industries, including financial services (PayPal, DBS Bank, Intesa Sanpaolo), logistics (J.B. Hunt), and healthcare (Quest Diagnostics), illustrate how major companies modernised their infrastructure from systems like Teradata, Oracle Exadata, Hadoop, and Snowflake. These examples highlight key migration learnings, such as the importance of FinOps for cost control, strategic data cleanup, and full organizational alignment, demonstrating that Google Cloud offers an AI-enabled migration solution that simplifies and accelerates the transformation process. Continue reading →

23Nov/25

Digital Twins: Why They are Important

November 23, 2025TechnologyArtificial intelligence, Augmented reality, Computer simulation, DELMIA, Digital twin, Digital twin integration level, Intelligent agent, Internet of things, Michael Grieves, Simulation, Singapore, Smart cityadmin

Nov. 23, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — What are Digital Twins?

A Digital Twin is a virtual replica of a physical object, system, or process that uses real-time data to accurately reflect its real-world counterpart’s behavior, performance, and conditions.

It creates a dynamic link between the physical world and the digital world, allowing for continuous monitoring, simulation, and analysis. Continue reading →

17Nov/25

The 2026 Global Risk Map: Dangerous and Safest Destinations

November 17, 2025BusinessAfghanistan, Corporate development, Impact assessment, Munich, Occupational safety and health, Reliability engineering, Risk assessment, Safety engineering, Singapore, Sudanadmin

The New Risk Map 2026 is a collaborative publication by Safeture and Riskline that assesses global safety for travellers and organizations. This annual map uses a colour-coded scale to provide a visual understanding of security, medical, and logistical risks worldwide, identifying both the most dangerous and safest locations. The report highlights that armed conflicts, unrest, and fragile healthcare systems remain the primary factors contributing to high-risk areas like Afghanistan and Sudan, while listing cities such as Munich and Singapore as the safest destinations. The report emphasizes that the map is an essential reference tool for understanding the general threat landscape, although it cannot replace organization-specific risk assessments. Continue reading

17Jul/24

FutureGrail Presents “Patek Philippe: Eternal Icons” Thematic Auction

July 17, 2024LifestyleAntiquorum, Auction, Auction catalog, Dubai, Geneva, Horology, Luxury brands, Patek, Patek Philippe, Singaporeadmin

Get ready for an unforgettable event! FutureGrail, a premier auction house and museum for rare timepieces, proudly announces its upcoming online auction, “Patek Philippe: Eternal Icons.” This remarkable auction will feature an extraordinary catalogue of over 50 rare and vintage Patek Philippe timepieces, carefully curated by world-renowned experts. The online auction will take place from 1st September to 14th September 2024, with previews in Singapore, Geneva, and Dubai. The complete auction catalogue will be available online by 1st August 2024. Read more

06May/23

DJ Shinki

May 6, 2023EntertainmentAudio mixing, Culture, Disc jockey, Disco, DJ mix, Electronic dance music, Hip hop, Hip hop production, Music, Shinki, Singapore, Sound, Turntablismadmin

DJ Shinki is a popular DJ and producer from Singapore. He is known for his unique mixing style, which often combines elements of hip hop, R&B, and electronic music. Continue reading →

02May/23

Buzzfeed News: sad demise of a clever, innovative site that led the way in digital journalism

May 2, 2023MediaAmerican writers, Ben Smith, Blogs, BuzzFeed, China, Clickbait, Creative Commons, David Cameron, David Dinsmore, Deception, Emily Dugan, Howard Stringer, Jonah Peretti, Journalism, Linguistics, Listicle, Mass media, Neologisms, News media, Sean Dodson, SHUTTERSTOCK, Singapore, Sony, Trinity Mirror, United Kingdomadmin

Sean Dodson, Leeds Beckett University

Buzzfeed News, once a shining star of digital journalism, has announced it will shut its award-winning news division for good, laying off about 60 journalists in a move its founding editor, Ben Smith, described as “the end of the marriage between social media and news”.

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25Apr/23

The current state of open banking regulation around the world.

April 25, 2023FinanceAustralia, Bank, Brazil, E-commerce, Economy, Finance, Financial markets, Financial technology, Mobile banking, Money, Open banking, Payment Services Directive, Payment systems, Personal financial management, Singapore, United Kingdom, United Statesadmin

April 25, 2023 /Finance/ — Open banking is a financial services term for the practice of allowing third-party financial service providers to access customer data held by other financial institutions, through the use of application programming interfaces (APIs). The goal of open banking is to promote innovation and competition in the financial services industry by giving consumers more choices and control over their financial data. Continue reading →