October 23, 2024

Fake Investment Scams

Bank Islam Brunei Darussalam, BIBD is alerting the public to a recent surge in fake investment scams being promoted on social media. These scams involve fraudulent accounts offering ‘magic money’ or ‘investment’ schemes that promise high returns with little or no risk. The scammers used fake testimonials and screenshots of

Customs Offence

A local man was sentenced to a fine amounting $23,810 or 13 months imprisonment in default after pleading guilty to charges under the Excise Order 2006. KHALID BIN IBRAHIM, 24 years old, was found guilty for possessing 22 cartons, 56 packets and 34 sticks of cigarettes of various brands as

‘Operasi Sepadu’

The Industry and Business Ecosystem Division, IBE through Weights and Measures Unit, SDT and Department of Economic Planning and Statistics, DEPS through Department of Consumer Affairs under the Ministry of Finance and Economy recently conducted an ‘Operasi Sepadu’ on several business premises in Brunei Muara District. During the operation, a

Socialisation Session on Corporate Income Tax

The Ministry of Finance and Economy through Revenue Division held a Socialisation Session on Corporate Income Tax. The session took place at the Ministry of Finance and Economy. The session aimed to spread awareness and ensure common understanding with regards to Corporate Income Tax matters among taxpayers, and to help

Umrah Package Service Operator

Another travel agency has been approved to operate Umrah package services using Saudi Arabia tourist visas 2024. With the approval given by the Ministry of Religious Affairs through Haj Affairs Department to Syarikat ‘Simply Umrah Brunei Travel and Tours Sendirian Berhad, 30 travel agencies have now been given permission to

UBD receives Coursera 2024 AI Innovation Award

Universiti Brunei Darussalam, UBD, through the School of Digital Science received the prestigious Coursera 2024 AI Innovation Award for the Asia-Pacific Region. The award recognises UBD’s Applied Artificial Intelligence, AAI programme as a leader in AI-driven education and innovation, reaffirming its commitment to shaping the future of digital transformation. Launched

Improve Patient’s Quality of Life and Well-Being

Palliative Care Services focused on improving the patient’s quality of life and well-being, especially cancer and cardiovascular diseases. In conjunction with the World Hospice and Palliative Care Day, News at Ten brought an approach on Palliative Care Services in the country. Cancer and cardiovascular diseases are among the leading causes

Basic Converts Guidance Scheme Certificate Presentation

132 new converts participated in the Basic Converts Guidance Scheme, 199th series for males and 200th series for females. The closing and certificate presentation ceremony was held simultaneously at the four districts. In Brunei Muara District, 43 converts participated in the scheme. On hand to present the certificates was Awang