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Funding rounds intensify as crisis management adds up to VCs' investment criteria

Investors are expecting a bulk of changes in the ‘new normal’, making it harder for cash-strapped startups.

During the first five months of the year, some of Singapore’s startups still managed to fundraise despite trying times. One of the latest movement on this scene is biotech startup RWDC Industries, which just closed its series B funding of $188.42m (US$133m) from Vickers Venture Partners, energy and resources company Flint Hills Resources, CPV/CAP Pensionskasse Coop, and International SA.

Industrial real estate investments recorded a volume of $606.8m

Positive developments were seen in Q1 despite the sombre tone.

Industrial real estate investments recorded the second highest transaction volume of $606.8m, with a decline of 22% QoQ in Q1, according to a Cushman & Wakefield report. The main bulk of the volume came from Ascendas REIT’s Gulab sale and purchase of a 25% stake in Galaxis, and the Biopolis 6 price and concept tender.

Meanwhile, industrial rents for most segments are projected to moderate in 2020 as the sector faces unprecedented c

Oracle NetSuite: Why is now the best time to move to a Cloud ERP?

Oracle NetSuite says it's not too late to upgrade your system.

Adopting a Cloud ERP system has made work more convenient as hybrid work set-ups become a norm. An excellent system can allow workers from across homes and offices to connect and exchange important information, as long as one has access to a web browser and internet.

Several companies have already made the move to such a system and have reaped the benefits. But for those who haven’t, is it too late?

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Things to note when expanding investment portfolio internationally

Tiger Brokers Singapore reveals ways on how to invest hard-earned money.

If working from home has made you experiment more with your investment portfolio, it may be time to think about expanding your options to include overseas markets as well. Whilst investing in overseas markets that you may have only heard of and may be unfamiliar with might seem daunting, there are some relatively easy strategies to keep in mind to successfully grow your investments. With the right tools and knowledge, mult

What to expect in Alibaba's 11.11 Global Shopping Festival 2020?

Evolution from a ‘single’ to a ‘double’ festival to provide more opportunities for merchants.

E-commerce and technology specialist Alibaba Group has kicked off this year’s 11.11 Global Shopping Festival. This is set to be the group’s largest 11.11 event since its inception.

Responding to the rapidly shifting consumer trends, 11.11 will leverage Alibaba’s digital ecosystem to continue supporting merchants, whilst providing consumers with innovative and engaging retail experience.

The 11.11 Glo

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PayPal regional execs to keynote virtual forum on cross-border e-commerce as holiday season looms

The event aims to prepare merchants to sell cross-border during the holiday rush.

As the holiday season picks up steam, business owners and consumers alike are preparing for the excitement of online shopping. With the acceleration of online shopping over the past two years, consumers will, more than ever, continue to make purchases online, including cross-border, for the convenience and choices to be found when purchasing holiday gifts. .

For retail business owners and leaders, your ability to

New ordinance opens more doors for investors

This aims to attract private equity and venture capital funds to set up and operate in Hong Kong.

In recent years, private equity (PE) funds are gaining popularity amongst investors and driving the growth of wealth and asset management (WAM) business. However, Hong Kong’s existing legislation for limited partnerships, the Limited Partnership Ordinance (Cap. 37) or LPO was enacted about a century ago, which makes it difficult for it to meet the needs of investment funds, which are a relatively m

Alibaba generates $101.46b GMV in the 11.11 Global Shopping Festival 2020

Its digital infrastructure handled 583,000 orders per second during peak activity.

Alibaba Group’s 2020 11.11 Global Shopping Festival has generated a total of $101.46b (RMB498.2b) in gross merchandise volume (GMV) during the 11-day campaign from November 1 to 11, according to an announcement shared by the Group last Thursday.

This is an increase of 26% compared to the same timeframe in 2019. Against the backdrop of China’s continued economic and retail sentiment recovery, this year’s 11.11 pr

SBR webinar tackles challenges in database management

An audience of senior IT professionals took part in the exclusive webinar, supported by Quest Software.

Businesses are continuously changing to remain competitive. As more firms transition to digital platforms, database management is set to become a key differentiator for organisations, according to speakers at Much ado about data: Managing multiple databases with better efficiency webinar. This was hosted by Singapore Business Review, in partnership with Quest Software on 13 August.

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