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The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo

Stay in the know with programs such as Viewpoint and Industry Insights in property, cryptocurrency, aviation, and shipping. We delve into the latest news, current events, and market updates to provide you with valuable insights into making informed financial decisions.

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16:17

Industry Insight: Harnessing the value of...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2025/04/21

What if the future of fund investing was real-time, borderless, and as simple as sending a text? Global funds network Calastone recently released groundbreaking research, revealing that tokenisation – the process of transforming asset ownership into digital tokens on a blockchain – holds the potential to unlock over $135 billion in cost savings for the asset management industry. Where are the biggest opportunities for cost savings in the fund distribution chain? How are asset managers

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12:28

Turning viewing into shopping. Trends in SE Asia's...

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2025/04/17

For YouTube, which has about332 million users in Southeast Asia, its video shopping features are proving to be a hit with consumers. Following its success in Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam, it has recently expanded its Shopping Affiliate Program with Shopee to Singapore, giving local content creators an additional alternative revenue stream. According to YouTube, two in five shoppers in this region use online video during the buying process, and 62% of Singaporean consumers made a purchase after

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9:13

Good Tech: Creating a safer, more sustainable...

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2025/04/16

Many brave unpredictable seas daily to support their communities but a lack of infrastructure and communication tools increases the vulnerability and risks of fishermen. Utari Octavianty, Chief Sustainability Officer of Aruna, joins us to discuss how the Indonesia-based marine and fishery startup is transforming the fishing industry with technology and smarter systems, empowering coastal communities through sustainable and safer practices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:16

Autonomous vehicles. Why technology, policy may not...

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2025/04/16

Autonomous vehicles (AV) are no longer the stuff of science fiction. From self-driving taxis in China to AV ride-hailing in U.S. cities, the landscape is shifting fast. In Singapore, the Land Transport Authority is on track for a three-year trial for autonomous buses starting mid-2026. When will we see AVs become commercially available at scale? What does this mean for mobility, businesses and careers? Daniel Chow, Principal at global consultancy Arthur D. Little, joins us to unpack the latest

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10:39

S'pore continues to be a top spot for corporate...

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2025/04/15

As companies navigate a fragmented global economy, choosing the right location has never been more crucial.Savills Dynamic Wealth Indices revealed that Singapore is the top location for corporate relocations based on corporate tax and business environments, volumes of foreign direct investment, and economies and knowledge bases. Seoul, New York, London andAbu Dhabiround up the remaining top five places. We explore these latest findings withPaul Tostevin, Director and Head of Savills World Research

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13:59

Industry Insight: How to stay financially healthy in...

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2025/04/14

As Singapore approaches super-aged status by 2026, with over 21% of its population aged 65 and above, the need for robust financial planning for seniors becomes increasingly vital. What happens when you are retired? How can you continue to grow your nest egg? Susan Tan, Group Segment Head at OCBC, the longest established Singapore bank, shares insights into OCBC's holistic approach to empower seniors to age well and continue to accumulate wealth through its SeniorCare Programme, focusing on health,

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17:13

Industry Insight: Why Singapore is redefining the...

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2025/04/11

Singapore is making waves in the global yachting scene with the return of the Singapore Yachting Festival 2025. Held from April 10 to 13 at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove, the third edition of the annual event features over 100 brands, two world yacht premieres, and 10 Asia and Asia-Pacific premieres as well as a new Superyacht Lounge. In addition, Singapore Yachting Festival 2025 has positioned itself to be most anticipated luxury event in Asia with a lineup of supercars, luxury experiences, and

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12:51

Industry Insight: Why the rapid growth of machine...

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2025/04/10

Machine identities, unique digital credentials, like digital certificates or keys, are becoming increasingly important as organisations accelerate digital transformation, adopt cloud services, and integrate automation. They are Yet, more often than not, they arepoorly managed and dangerously exposed. According to global identity security firm CyberArk, over three-quarters of Asia Pacific security leaders have reported incidents linked to compromised machine identities. As enterprises scale their

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10:28

Industry Insight: Enhancing precision medicine with...

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2025/04/07

The rise of precision medicine is transforming the healthcare landscape, offering personalised treatments based on genetic profiles, enhancing patient outcomes, and reducing costs. On Industry Insight, we explore how technologies like AI and big data are driving innovation in this space. Gena Nikitin, CEO of Norway-based Miphic, joins us to share the latest trends and the future of personalised healthcare. Miphic is a pioneering company with a focus on mitochondrial health and precision medicine.

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9:45

Industry Insight: Abracadabra! Will Lady Gaga conjure...

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2025/04/04

Following the announcement of Lady Gaga’s highly anticipated return to Singapore for her Mayhem Tour, hotel bookings have surged by over 200%. This mirrors the economic impact seen with Taylor Swift’s concerts, sparking discussions about “Gaganomics.” Edmund Ong, General Manager of Trip.com Singapore, joins us to explore the broader implications of major concerts on the hospitality and tourism sectorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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18:02

Viewpoint: US tariffs could send the world into a...

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2025/04/04

President Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” announcement has sent shockwaves through global markets, with sweeping tariffs raising concerns over global growth. As ASEAN becomes increasingly central to both U.S. and China’s economic strategies, what will these trade moves mean for the region—and for Singapore? Antonio Fatas, Professor of Economics at INSEAD, shares his views on the implications of the new tariffs on Southeast Asia’s economies and why Trump's move

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Industry Insight: Why pundits are calling the...

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2025/04/03

AI powerhouses Databricks and Palantir have joined forces, merging their AI and data intelligence platforms to reshape AI integration for enterprises. How will this major industry move help businesses scale their AI roadmap more efficiently? In what way is this partnership different from other AI and data collaborations in the market? Which sectors in Singapore and Asia will benefit most? Nick Eayrs, Databricks' Vice President of Field Engineering for Asia Pacific & Japan, shares more about the

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15:17

Industry Insight: Navigating the complexities of...

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2025/04/02

Singapore's financial institutions faced 22% more in regulatory fines in 2024 compared to 2023. As regulators turn up the enforcement heat, growth opportunities for companies looking to expand across borders could be impacted. What are the top tech trends in compliance? What should businesses consider when navigating increasing compliance complexities especially in terms of global expansion? Simon Webster, CEO of global business consulting and corporate services provider Vistra, shares insights into

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14:45

Industry Insight: S'pore’s non-residential market....

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2025/04/01

With geopolitical tensions, a changing U.S. administration, and the upcoming URA Master Plan 2025, how will the non-residential property market be affected? Which asset classes are the most promising this year, and why? According to Edith Tay, Executive Director of real estate agency PropertyBank, there was a 35.4% jump in non-residential property purchases from 2023 to 2024, driven by institutional buyers. Edith shares more insights into the latest trends in Singapore's commercial and industrial

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Viewpoint: Trump Media x Crypto.com. What this...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2025/03/28

US President Donald Trump's media group and Singapore-based Crypto.com have teamed up to offer 'Made in America' exchange-traded funds and other products through Trump's Truth.Fi brand. According to a statement, Trump Media & Technology Group Corp., which operates social-media platform Truth Social, will sell exchange-traded funds tied to digital assets and other US-focused investments on a platform owned by Crypto.com later this year. What will this collaboration mean for the world of digital

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Industry Insight: Trends in the booming headphones...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2025/03/28

In Southeast Asia, market intelligence projects the revenue in the headphones industry to reach US$953.5m by 2025. With rising consumer demand for high-quality audio experiences, driven by gaming, remote work, and music streaming trends, Southeast Asia presents significant opportunities and challenges for audio brands. How are industry players stepping up their game to maintain a competitive edge? Ahead of CanJam Singapore 2025, the biggest headphone audio show in Southeast Asia, Teng Shaokai,

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Industry Insight: Best practices for a robust data...

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2025/03/27

Data has become the lifeblood of businesses and individuals alike, and the importance of backup and data protection cannot be overstated. This World Backup Day, (31 Mar), we take a look at backup strategies in the safeguarding of enterprise data. What are the current trends for enterprise data security? How can organisations build a robust resilience strategy? Arun Kumar, Regional Director at ManageEngine, the enterprise IT management division of global technology company Zoho Corp, shares his

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14:39

Industry Insight: The evolving mobile threat landscape

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2025/03/26

According to the Singapore Police Force in its latest Scams and Cybercrime report, malware-enabled scams amounted to $129.1M, which accounted for 11.6% of $1.1B lost last year. In the evolving field of mobile security, artificial intelligence is both the most powerful defence and the biggest threat. AI is revolutionising malware design, evading traditional security measures, mimicking legitimate apps and using SMS phishing to infect devices. Even as solutions are being developed, mobile defence is

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10:50

Good Tech: Hunting down social media scams with...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2025/03/26

Social media scams are a growing concern in Singapore, with identity theft, investment scams, and shopping scams being common threats, often targeting individuals through various channels including social media. On Good Tech, we explore innovative technology that helps to keep our community safe in an increasingly digital world. Kazymir Rabier, Ibrahim Elouard, and Ramesh Gopalkrishnan, are the co-founders of Scamhunt, a platform with a focus on AI-powered technology that is designed to empower

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10:22

Market View: Asian FX and Trump's tariff volatility

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2025/03/25

The US dollar is strengthening with investors seeking safe-haven assets. Conversely, Asian currencies are under pressure ahead of US President Donald Trump's April 2 tariffs. How will the US tariffs and developments impact Asian currency markets including the Singapore dollar and emerging currencies such as the Chinese yuan and Indian rupee? Yeap Junrong, Market Strategist at forex provider IG shares his views.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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