SMEs
Passive paycheck: Structuring your SME for predictable dividends
SME owners often rely on a speculative sale for retirement. Howie Lim interviews Grace Tay of finexis advisory on separating business and personal wealth to find true surplus.
How Asia’s born-global SMEs are scaling through volatility
How can high-growth, born-global SMEs overcome cross-border complexity, multi-entity management, and payment trust issues? Howie Lim finds out.
The ‘invisible networks’ that power Singapore’s women entrepreneurs
From lunches to WhatsApp groups, these small and trusted circles are reshaping how female founders support each other
Speed in organisational change and innovation critical to success in national AI strategy
Firms and agencies have to reorganise data, rebuild systems, redesign processes and jobs, and retrain people
AI-powered microalgae hub to anchor Life3 Biotech’s position in sustainable proteins
Facility slated for completion in the fourth quarter of 2026 will house AI-driven bioreactors and a new visitor centre
Budget 2026: AI boost a shot in the arm, but funding alone won’t drive transformation, says industry
Expanded support lowers barriers to adoption, but scaling will depend on guidance and workforce readiness
Budget 2026: Quick takes on Singapore’s new National AI council, AI missions
The missions will focus on four sectors – advanced manufacturing, finance, healthcare and connectivity
8 in 10 SMEs plan overseas expansion in 2026 despite market volatility: DBS survey
Reaching new customers and building a stronger presence abroad are the primary drivers
Refreshed Food Manufacturing Industry Digital Plan to simplify digital adoption, support scaling efforts
The second iteration plan allows companies to adopt the right solutions to enhance their operations and thrive in a competitive market
SMEs get fast track to enterprise-ready AI under new Microsoft-led programme
Backed by IMDA and UOB, the scheme supports digitally mature firms in rolling out artificial intelligence solutions
