Marina Bay Sands breach exposed data of 665,000 customers

Singapore-based luxury resort and casino Marina Bay Sands has suffered a data breach that exposed data of 665,000 non-casino rewards program members. The Marina Bay Sands data breach “Marina Bay Sands became aware of a data security incident on 2… Continue reading Marina Bay Sands breach exposed data of 665,000 customers

Singapore hotel vertically stacks lush greenery filled terraces

Singapore is often referred to as the Garden City – and with good reason. The city state is packed with parks and greenery covered buildings, including the impressive Eden and CapitaSpring. Former World Building of the Year winner WOHA has now added to… Continue reading Singapore hotel vertically stacks lush greenery filled terraces

Recycled fishing nets form Tiffany’s 3D-printed coral-inspired facade

MVRDV recently completed work on a retail store for luxury jeweler Tiffany’s in Singapore’s Changi Airport. The project is designed to catch the eyes of weary travelers with a vibrant 3D-printed coral-inspired facade, which was created using recycled p… Continue reading Recycled fishing nets form Tiffany’s 3D-printed coral-inspired facade

Hackaday Links: June 25, 2023

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Is it really a dystopian future if the robots are radio-controlled? That’s what came to mind reading this article on a police robot out of Singapore, complete with a breathless …read more Continue reading Hackaday Links: June 25, 2023

Lab-grown chicken gets US approval, set to make its restaurant debut

Good Meat’s cultured chicken has been on sale in Singapore since late 2020. Now, the company has announced that it’s cleared all regulatory hurdles in the US and will offer its product at a Washington, DC restaurant in short order.Continue ReadingCateg… Continue reading Lab-grown chicken gets US approval, set to make its restaurant debut

Asia’s largest timber building an eco-friendly class act

Work was recently completed on what’s being hailed as the largest mass timber building in Asia. Designed by Pritzker Prize winner Toyo Ito & Associates, the project features impressive green design, including solar panels that produce more electricity … Continue reading Asia’s largest timber building an eco-friendly class act

Cybersecurity layoffs in 2023: What to expect?

The economic downturn predicted for 2023 will lead to layoffs but cybersecurity workers will be least affected, says the latest (ISC)² report. Also, as soon as things get better, they will likely be the first ones to get (re)hired. Execs have realized … Continue reading Cybersecurity layoffs in 2023: What to expect?

Energy efficient science center takes an angular approach to learning

High-profile UK firm Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) has been commissioned to create a new science center in Singapore. The building will take the form of five interlocking rectangular volumes and will reduce its grid-based power use with solar panels and … Continue reading Energy efficient science center takes an angular approach to learning

Singapore reaches new heights with bamboo-inspired skyscraper

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) has revealed plans for Singapore’s new tallest skyscraper. Named 8 Shenton Way, the ambitious mixed-use building will feature a greenery covered exterior inspired by bamboo forests and a design focus meant to ensure a h… Continue reading Singapore reaches new heights with bamboo-inspired skyscraper

Starbucks Singapore warns customers after hacker steals data, offers it for sale on underground forum

200,000 customers of Starbucks in Singapore have had their personal details put up for sale online, after a security incident at the coffee chain.

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