Wealth Tracker: From triceratops to tech fortunes, how are investors managing extraordinary assets in Singapore?

Published on 8 Apr 2026
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According to CNN, Singapore’s Le Freeport—a climate-controlled vault usually reserved for extreme wealth — is now home to a 66‑million-year-old Triceratops skeleton, standing just feet away from billions in gold and priceless contemporary art.

Dinosaurs, gold, and masterpieces, all under one roof? Behind the spectacle lies a complex story. Families holding these alternative assets must navigate structuring their holdings, complying with Singapore’s strict regulations, verifying provenance, valuing unusual assets, and planning for taxes and succession.

On The Big Story, Debbie Yong speaks with Neil Synnott, Regional Chief Commercial Officer for APAC at IQ-EQ, to explore how family offices and advisors help these families manage risk and regulation, while preserving the excitement and prestige of owning something truly exceptional.

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