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business1 hour ago•2 min saved

Singapore Tightens Policy Again as Oil Rally Fuels Inflation Risk

Singapore's Monetary Authority unexpectedly tightened its policy stance for a second straight quarter by slightly speeding up the SGD NEER appreciation to preempt renewed oil-price–driven inflation, with inflation still modest (core 1.6%, headline 1.9%) and Q2 GDP up 5.7% year-on-year. The move comes as Brent oil climbs above $100 amid regional tensions, yet Singapore’s economy remains resilient thanks to electronics exports and AI demand, though officials warn imported costs may lift prices in coming months.

via CNBC|

#business #inflation #mas

security7 months ago•2 min saved

Fake MAS Domain Distributes PowerShell Malware

A malicious domain mimicking Microsoft's MAS tool was used to spread Cosmali Loader malware via PowerShell, exploiting user typos to infect Windows systems with cryptomining and RAT malware. Users are advised to verify commands and avoid executing untrusted remote code to prevent infection.

via BleepingComputer|

#cosmali-loader #mas #powershell-malware

world9 months ago•8 min saved

Bolivia's Shift: From Socialism to New Political Horizons

Bolivia's recent elections marked the end of nearly two decades of leftist MAS rule, which had achieved significant social and economic progress but also faced internal decline and autocratic tendencies. The return to right-wing leadership reflects both the party's failures and the country's ongoing political and economic instability, raising questions about Bolivia's future direction.

via compactmag.com|

#bolivia #economic-crisis #evo-morales

world11 months ago•4 min saved

Bolivia's Elections Signal Shift as Leftist Rule Ends and Right Gains Momentum

Voters in Bolivia are participating in a general election amid high inflation and the absence of Evo Morales, with opposition candidates leading in polls and the potential for a runoff if no candidate secures more than 40% support. The election is seen as a pivotal moment for Bolivia's political future and economic recovery.

via Reuters|

#bolivia #election #evo-morales

cryptocurrency-regulation3 years ago•2 min saved

Singapore's MAS Implements New Rules for Crypto Firms to Safeguard Customer Assets

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has announced that crypto service providers in Singapore must deposit customer assets in a statutory trust by the end of the year to enhance customer protection and mitigate the risk of loss or misuse of assets. The MAS has also restricted lending and staking of tokens to retail customers, while institutional and accredited investors can still access these services. The MAS is seeking public feedback on legislative amendments related to these requirements and may reconsider its position on banning certain activities in the future. Singapore aims to support technological advancements in the crypto industry while cracking down on bad behavior.

via CoinDesk|

#cryptocurrency #cryptocurrency-regulation #customer-protection