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The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo

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21:03

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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15:00

Industry Insight: Trends in the booming headphones...

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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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15:40

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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15:20

Industry Insight: Navigating the maritime future:...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2025/03/24

Singapore Maritime Week 2025 kicked off this week (24 - 28 March). With maritime security and digitalisation being critical priorities in Southeast Asia, what are the cutting-edge innovations in the shipping and logistics sectors that are making waves? Estonia is known for its well-developed maritime industry, strategic location on the Baltic Sea. What lessons can Singapore and Southeast Asia learn from Estonia following the recent disruptions to undersea cables in the Baltic Sea that have

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13:21

Industry Insight: Why Singapore travellers are...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2025/03/21

Western Australia ranked #1 for Singaporean visitors in APAC and #2 globally in 2024, with a 19% surge in travellers. What’s fuelling this growing love for WA, and what’s next for 2025? Ava Ang, Country Head for Singapore & Malaysia at Tourism Western Australia, joins us to explore travel trends, new experiences, and what makes WA a must-visit destination.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:42

Industry Insight: The future of aviation services in...

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2025/03/20

With passenger numbers in Southeast Asia set to hit 564 million by 2025, what trends and innovations are shaping the region’s airports? From digitalisation to sustainability, James Wong, Senior Vice President for Southeast Asia & China at global leader in aviation services Menzies Aviation, provides insights into the rapid growth of the industry in Southeast Asia, the future of airport operations and the surging air cargo demand. James also shares his views on why, beyond carbon reduction

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16:06

Good Tech: Encouraging seniors to stay active at gyms...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2025/03/19

Singapore is rapidly ageing and by 2030, one in four citizens will be aged 65 or above. Technology can play a part in addressing the challenges and opportunities of an ageing population. While there has been an increased number of gyms specially designed for seniors located across the country, more can be done to encourage the elderly to stay active and fit. GymLah, a senior-focused gym booking app aims to simplify class scheduling and progress tracking for both instructors and seniors. Co-founders

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15:56

Industry Insight: How neuroscience and AI are...

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2025/03/19

What if you could predict who will thrive in your organisation — not based on resumes, but by understanding how their brain works? In human resource management, neuroscience and AI are increasingly being used to gain deeper insights into employee behaviour, decision-making, and performance. Parul Sharma, Global Head of HR Business Partnering for Group Functions, The Economist Group shares more about the potential of neuroscience and AI in redefining HR practices.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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12:28

Industry Insight: How are insurers future-proofing...

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2025/03/18

Market intelligence projects Singapore’s insurance market to reach US$53.11 billion in 2025. In the face of economic uncertainties, technological shifts, and evolving regulations, how are insurers approaching their investment strategies to balance risk, returns, and long-term stability? David Chua, Chief Investment Officer of Income Insurance, joins us to discuss the latest trends, investment strategies, and what they mean for the industry and policyholders.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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12:44

Industry Insight: UK's commercial property - Top...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2025/03/17

As global real estate markets evolve, the UK commercial property sector continues to attract strong interest from overseas investors seeking diversification and stable returns. A look at the key sectors driving growth, how Singapore-based funds are approaching UK investments and what to consider when navigating the UK’s commercial real estate landscape. James Young, Head of Investor Services for APAC, as well as Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, at global commercial real estate firm Cushman

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11:02

Industry Insight: 'Ne Zha 2' - What's fuelling its...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2025/03/14

Chinese animated blockbuster 'Ne Zha 2' flies high at the box office, making history as the highest-grossing animated film worldwide, exceeding US$2 billion (S$2.7 billion) in global earnings. It has surpassed “Inside Out 2,”, becoming the first non-Hollywood production to crack the global all-time top 10 box office chart. In Singapore, it broke box-office records hitting the $2 million mark within days of its opening, the first China-made film to have done so. Why are such Chinese films

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16:37

Industry Insight: Providing SMEs global opportunities...

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2025/03/13

The payments landscape is undergoing a major transformation, with emerging markets leading the charge in innovation. From low-cost mobile money solutions to differentiated banking models, Asia is redefining cross-border transactions. But what trends are driving this rapid evolution, and how can SMEs adapt? Nagesh Devata, Senior Vice President of Asia at Payoneer, shares insights into developments in fintech that are reshaping global trade, the impact of economic volatility, and what the future holds

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11:31

Industry Insight: Investment potential of wellness...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2025/03/12

Singapore is setting ambitious targets to become an urban wellness hub, with its wellness tourism sector projected to hit $1.1 trillion by 2025. As the wellness boom reshapes real estate, developers are rethinking ways of designing and building projects to support longevity and holistic health. How will real estate that integrates wellness and healthcare elements transform Southeast Asia’s urban landscapes and influence investment strategies?Otto Twist, Southeast Asia Director at Savillsjoins

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15:58

Good Tech: Improving care access with remote foetal...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2025/03/12

On Good Tech, our weekly segment spotlighting technology that drives meaningful social change, we explore how innovation is transforming maternal healthcare. Millions of expectant mothers still face complications that could result in mortality due to gaps in accessibility. But, what if technology could bridge that divide? Singapore-based MedTech startup Biorithm is leading the way with Femom, a remote monitoring platform that empowers clinicians with real-time data and improving access to maternal

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10:18

Market View: Wall Street’s sell-off. Which sectors...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2025/03/11

Asian stocks fell sharply as a market selloff extended on mounting worries that a wide-ranging trade war could dent U.S. economic growth and lead to a recession. Fears of an economic downturn have driven a stock market selloff that wiped out $4 trillion from the S&P 500's peak last month. What does this mean for the broader economy? What should investors be watching in the days ahead? Yeap Jun Rong, Market Strategist at IG, shares his views, unpacking the impact of the U.S. market turmoil, and

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14:46

Industry Insight: Why central banks are buying up...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2025/03/11

According to the World Gold Council, at the start of 2025, central banks reported 18 tonnes of net gold purchases, reinforcing the metal’s strategic role in official reserves amid rising geopolitical uncertainty. But how is gold demand evolving across key markets like Southeast Asia, China, India, and Japan?Shaokai Fan, Head of Asia-Pacific (excluding China) and Global Head of Central Banks at the World Gold Council, weighs in on current developments and shares insights into emerging trends;

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15:47

Industry Insight: What is 'distillation'? How is it...

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2025/03/10

China's new AI player, Deepseek has sent ripples across the tech world since it emerged on the scene in January. DeepSeek’s AI model with its capabilities, are said to rival, and sometimes even surpass OpenAI’s ChatGPT but at a fraction of the cost. Distillation is the industry’s new buzzword and enables AI models to run with fewer resources. Now,a global race is on to create AI models that are cheaper for consumers and businesses to adopt. Theos Evgeniou, Professor of Technology

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