Telemedicine startups confront limits of diagnosis over video
TELEMEDICINE has its attractions in that the use of telecommunications technology enables doctors to overcome the barrier of distance to diagnose and treat patients, even those in rural areas.
IBM launches new blockchain network for global payments
IN A sign of more incumbents embracing blockchain, tech giant IBM on Tuesday officially launched a new blockchain network for regulated financial institutions (FIs) which will support cross-border...
Singtel expands cross-border payments alliance VIA to Japan
SINGTEL'S cross-border mobile payments alliance VIA has welcomed Tokyo-based payments tech firm Netstars as a member, marking the alliance's debut in Japan.
Singtel expands cross-border payments alliance with Japan mobile payments tech firm addition
SINGTEL'S cross-border mobile payments alliance VIA has added a new member, Japanese mobile payments technology firm Netstars, the telco announced on Monday.
Is venture money masking an untenable on-demand delivery gig?
SINCE end-2015, food-delivery platform foodpanda has grown its base of delivery persons more than six times to over 6,000, the company's Singapore managing director Luc Andreani said.
Tickled Media to expand into e-commerce with focus on mums
TICKLED Media, the startup behind parenting portal theAsianparent, is set to launch an e-commerce venture targeting mothers this year, CEO Roshni Mahtani told The Business Times.
Grab launches pet-friendly transport service GrabPet in beta
PET owners can now book a Grab ride on-demand with their animal companions on board, using the new GrabPet service launched in beta on Wednesday.
Blockchain startup Band Protocol lands US$3m seed funding led by Sequoia India
WHILE still in the thick of building its blockchain solution and business model, startup Band Protocol is now the first blockchain bet of venture firm Sequoia Capital India in Southeast Asia.
Tech talent programmes, R&D tax perks top startups' wishlist
AS THE local startup scene matures, industry players hope that this year's Budget will provide more support for talent, innovation and growing the pool of venture capitalists and angel investors.
GrabFood turns kitchen heat up a notch by going onto main menu
IN A long-awaited move, Grab Singapore will integrate its food delivery service, GrabFood, into the Grab "super app" within the first half of this year, the company told The Business Times.