AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoHSBC–Allianz Deal: HSBC agreed to sell its Singapore life and health insurance unit to Germany’s Allianz for about S$2.7b (US$2.09b), with a 15-year exclusive bancassurance distribution partnership starting in 2027—another reshuffle in the insurance market that keeps Singapore as a key wealth hub. Health Planning for Ageing: Great Eastern points out that six in seven Singaporeans still haven’t made a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA), warning that sudden loss of mental capacity can leave families without authority to act. AI Governance Push: At the Singapore Data Festival, IMDA rolled out new guidance for using personal data in generative AI, plus AI transparency “information cards” and enterprise digital-twin playbooks. Workplace Safety Longevity: Singapore’s MOM launched an open call for AfA-SHEL, a tripartite alliance to co-create solutions for injury prevention, return-to-work support and workplace adaptation. Healthtech Funding: CARPL.ai raised US$10m Series A led by IFC to scale its AI medical imaging platform for hospitals and radiologists. Inflation Watch: Singapore’s CPI-All Items rose 1.7% y/y in 1H 2026, with food, motor cars, health insurance, accommodation and petrol driving the increase. Active Ageing: Movement Singapore is using “geriatric parkour” to help older adults stay mobile and independent, with low injury rates reported.
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