John Soh Chee Wen, who has been found guilty of masterminding the 2013 penny stock crash, has been sentenced to 36 years in jail while his co-conspirator Quah Su-Ling is given 20 years.

Penny stock crash mastermind John Soh sentenced to 36 years' jail in Singapore, co-conspirator gets 20 years

Lawyers defending John Soh Chee Wen and Quah Su-Ling crossed swords with prosecutors on Friday (Nov 4) over the length of the sentence that should be passed to convicted masterminds of the 2013 penny stock saga.

2013 penny stock saga mastermind John Soh and co-conspirator Quah Su-Ling await sentencing

SINGAPORE (May 5): John Soh Chee Wen – the alleged mastermind of the 2013 penny stock crash – and his co-conspirator Quah Su-Ling, have been found guilty of several of the charges they were facing under three groups of criminal conspiracy including for forced trading, price manipulation and deception.

Singapore court finds John Soh and partner guilty of share price manipulation

SINGAPORE (Dec 3): John Soh Chee Wen — the alleged mastermind of the 2013 penny stock crash — was back in court on Dec 3, as both the prosecution and defense counsels put forth their closing submissions to Justice Hoo Sheau Peng.

Counsels put forth closing submissions as trial of John Soh and Quah Su-Ling draws to a close

SINGAPORE (June 1): John Soh’s evidence on not giving instructions on trades was challenged once again on June 1, the fourth day of the prosecution’s cross-examination.

Deputy Public Prosecutor (DPP) Teo Guan Siew showed the court several instances where Soh — the alleged mastermind of the saga — had seemingly giving instructions to Adeline Cheng Jo-Ee for trades to be made in the account of Neo Kim Hock.

Girlfriend Cheng merely 'informed' him of trades done, says Soh

SINGAPORE (May 31): John Soh — the alleged mastermind of the 2013 penny stock saga — reckons that traders had viewed his involvement in projects as a way to spur more investors to jump on the bandwagon.

Soh claims his presence was a 'catalyst' to get investments; admits to weakness for sob stories

SINGAPORE (May 28): John Soh’s stance on not giving instructions on trades in the lead up to the 2013 penny stock crash was put to the test once again on May 28, the second day of the prosecution’s cross examination.

There is a difference between confirming and reporting instructions, says Soh

SINGAPORE (May 27): It is the first day of the prosecution’s cross-examination and John Soh – the alleged mastermind of the 2013 penny stock saga – was initially adamant that he had not used a Blackberry phone extensively, let alone to give trading instructions, as was suggested by some prosecution witnesses.

To prove this, the self-professed “dinosaur” said he had embarked on an experiment of sorts to use a Blackberry phone for around one to two months to “try to make [him]self a little bit more tech-savvy”.

Soh's stance on not giving trading instructions challenged on day 1 of cross-examination

Quah Su-Ling — the co-accused in the 2013 penny stock crash — is of the view that the allegations on her involvement in the saga are based on a conspiracy theory.

Co-accused Quah claims her role in penny stock saga is a conspiracy theory based on her relationship with Soh

It is the seventh and final day of his examination-in-chief by his defence counsel and John Soh — the alleged mastermind of the 2013 penny stock saga — maintained that the trades made in the lead up to the crash were not based on instructions given by him.

Soh reinforces that he did not give trading instructions on day 7 of his defence

SINGAPORE (May 18): The trades made in the lead up to the 2013 penny stock crash were not based on instructions given by him, John Soh told the court on May 18.

Penny stock crash mastermind maintains he did not give instructions on trades

SINGAPORE (May 17): John Soh — the alleged mastermind of the 2013 penny stock saga — is of the view that the prosecution has been deceived by the trading representatives who have been called to the stand as witnesses.

Recounts of trading representatives were 'practical impossibilities' and 'total lies', says Soh

SINGAPORE (May 11): John Soh, the alleged mastermind of the 2013 penny stock saga, claims that he has a special interest in turning around troubled companies.

“I love doing deals, I love the adrenaline of doing deals,” said Soh on May 11 during the examination-in-chief by his defence counsel N Sreenivasan of K&L Gates.

However, he pauses briefly when asked if he considers himself a ‘deal junkie’.

Penny stock saga accused mastermind John Soh: I love doing deals

The long-running trial of John Soh Chee Wen and co-accused Quah Su-Ling took yet another twist with Justice Hoo Sheau Peng denying the defence counsels’ application for either a permanent, or conditional stay of proceedings on Aug 17.

Soh and Quah's application for stay of trial rejected

SEREMBAN (April 28): Tabung Haji (TH) bore over RM350 million in direct and indirect financial assistance costs for this year's haj operations, its haj management general manager Mohamed Heikal Mohamed Yusuff revealed on Sunday.

Tabung Haji bore more than RM350m in assistance cost for this year's haj ops

KUCHING (April 28): Water is an important component which acts as a stabiliser and catalyst for sustainable national development, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

Water acts as stabiliser, catalyst for sustainable national development — Fadillah

LISBON (April 28): Russia's air defence systems destroyed 17 drones launched by Ukraine over its territory, Russia's defence ministry said on Sunday, with a regional official saying the attack targeted an oil storage facility in the Kaluga region.

Russia says it destroyed 17 drones launched by Ukraine

CYBERJAYA (April 28): The Occupational Safety and Health (Amendment) Act 2022 will come into effect on June 1, thus further increasing the level of safety and health at workplaces nationwide, said Human Resources Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong.

Minister: Occupational Safety and Health (Amendment) Act 2022 comes into force on June 1

SHANGHAI (April 28): A private jet linked to Tesla chief executive officer (CEO) Elon Musk landed in Beijing on Sunday, a flight tracking app showed, as two people with knowledge of the matter said the billionaire was kicking off a surprise visit to the automaker's second-biggest market.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk kicks off surprise trip to Beijing, sources say

BANGKOK (April 28): Thai former energy executive Pichai Chunhavajira was named the country's finance minister on Sunday, facing a tough task to revive Southeast Asia's second-largest economy.

Former exec Pichai named as Thai finance minister, faces growth challenges

RIYADH (April 28): The World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Special Meeting commences in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Sunday, to find solutions to a host of global challenges relating to humanitarian issues, the climate and the economy.

World Economic Forum’s Special Meeting commences in Riyadh

WASHINGTON (April 27): US President Joe Biden delivered an election-year roast on Saturday night at the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner, as protesters outside criticised his support for Israel's war against Hamas.

Biden jabs Trump in election-year roast at correspondents' dinner

Companies Commission of Malaysia issues directive to Ewog’s trustee to freeze trust account funds

Companies Commission of Malaysia orders East West One Group’s trustee to freeze trust account funds

BEIRUT (April 28): France's foreign minister will push proposals to prevent further escalation and a potential war between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah during a visit to Lebanon on Sunday, as Paris seeks to refine a roadmap that both sides could accept to ease tensions.

France's foreign minister looks to prevent Israel-Hezbollah conflict escalation in Lebanon visit

Companies Commission of Malaysia issues directive to Ewog’s trustee to freeze trust account funds

Boustead Properties Bhd will unveil its latest transit-oriented development in Mutiara Damansara in the third quarter of 2024 (3Q2024). A redevelopment project of the eCurve mall, which began operating in 2006 and was closed in 2021, The Lines will be part of the developer’s efforts to elevate the neighbourhood through the Mutiara Damansara revitalisation plan. The overall plan will take about 10 to 15 years to complete with an estimated gross development value of RM8.9 billion.

Reimagining Mutiara Damansara

HULU SELANGOR (April 27): The Selangor government, via several subsidiaries, including the Selangor Menteri Besar (Incorporation) or MBI, has signed memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with several technology companies in Germany, in an effort to further develop the state.

Selangor signs MOU with tech firms in Germany

(April 28):&nbsp;A higher-for-longer interest rate environment is burnishing the credentials of cheap Chinese stocks and driving value investment strategies in Asia.&nbsp;

Fed repricing gives rise to new equities playbook in Asia

RIYADH (April 28): Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim arrived here on Saturday (April 27) night for a three-day working visit to participate in the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Special Meeting.&nbsp;

Anwar arrives in Riyadh for World Economic Forum Special Meeting

SHANGHAI (April 28): A private jet linked to Tesla chief executive officer (CEO) Elon Musk landed in Beijing on Sunday, a flight tracking app showed, as two people with knowledge of the matter said the billionaire was kicking off a surprise visit to the automaker's second-biggest market.

Jazz luminary Tay Cher Siang and songstress Janet Lee share their journey through the vibrant world of jazz, each shaped by unique encounters and cultural influences. For Tay, a chance encounter with Astrud Gilberto’s Corcovado sparked a lifelong passion for jazz, rooted in Malaysia’s rich tapestry of sounds and traditions. His eclectic approach to music, termed “cham cham jazz”, celebrates the country’s multicultural essence, blending diverse elements into a harmonious fusion.&nbsp;

Jazz is their jam

KUALA LUMPUR (April 28): Malaysia is on a mission to explore various economic opportunities and attract new investments at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Special Meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which will last two days starting Sunday.

Anwar on a mission to explore economic opportunities, attract new investments at WEF

CYBERJAYA (April 28): The Occupational Safety and Health (Amendment) Act 2022 will come into effect on June 1, thus further increasing the level of safety and health at workplaces nationwide, said Human Resources Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong.

BANGKOK (April 28): Thai former energy executive Pichai Chunhavajira was named the country's finance minister on Sunday, facing a tough task to revive Southeast Asia's second-largest economy.

RIYADH (April 28): The World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Special Meeting commences in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia&nbsp;on Sunday, to find solutions to a host of global challenges relating to humanitarian issues, the climate and the economy.&nbsp;

WASHINGTON (April 27): US&nbsp;President Joe Biden delivered an election-year roast on Saturday night at the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner, as protesters outside criticised his support for Israel's war against Hamas.

KUCHING (April 28): Water is an important component which acts as a stabiliser and catalyst for sustainable national development, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

BEIRUT (April 28): France's foreign minister will push proposals to prevent further escalation and a potential war between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah during a visit to Lebanon on Sunday, as Paris seeks to refine a roadmap that both sides could accept to ease tensions.

LISBON (April 28): Russia's air defence systems destroyed 17 drones launched by Ukraine over its territory, Russia's defence ministry said on Sunday, with a regional official saying the attack targeted an oil storage facility in the Kaluga region.

SEREMBAN (April 28): Tabung Haji (TH) bore over RM350 million in direct and indirect financial assistance costs for this year's haj operations, its haj&nbsp;management general manager Mohamed Heikal Mohamed Yusuff revealed on Sunday. &nbsp;

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