CNA938 Rewind

Were you affected by Microsoft’s global outage on Friday (13 November)? The disruption’s affected thousands around the world, who use its services like Outlook, Teams, and Microsoft 365. Daniel Martin finds out more from Matthias Yeo, CEO, CyberXCenter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday (11 November): You’d heard of a new internship and apprenticeship programme teaching our young Singaporeans the tricks of the hawker trade, slated to commence next April – the idea: to attract some of them to take up careers in the industry that’s in danger of fading away. At the same time, it made us think: we send our teens to OBS to build resilience, so why not send...

Top-of-mind news on Friday (13 November 2026); the Microsoft global outage, which affected millions of users around the world, spilling into Asia-Pacific too. How will this pull a strain on investor sentiment, and which sectors could be more affected by such outages or cyber incidents? Daniel Martin finds out more from Max Bondurri, CEO and Co-Founder, SGMC Capital. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Is the AI boom losing steam, as Nvidia shares come under pressure and global markets turn volatile? And, what does that mean for Asian markets on Friday (13 November 2026)? Daniel Martin finds out more from Max Bondurri, Founder and CEO, SGMC Capital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When companies lose our personal data to hackers, should we simply accept it as a fact of life? Or, can Singaporeans hold these companies accountable — and even demand compensation? Daniel Martin finds out more from Steve Tan, Partner and Deputy Head of Technology, Media and Telecoms Practice Group, Rajah & Tann Singapore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From office vlogs to funny posts about the daily grind, sharing our working lives online has become increasingly common. While social media can open doors to new career opportunities, it can also blur the boundaries between our personal and professional lives. So how much is too much, and what should we think twice about before hitting post? Hui Wong speaks with Nat Fetalvero, Host of CNA's Work I...

Traffic along Ang Mo Kio Avenue 3 will be reconfigured to facilitate recovery works for the Cross Island Line's Ang Mo Kio station. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng unpack what will change during this time and what motorists need to know when planning their journeys to this area with Patrick Sebastian, Deputy Group Director, Cross Island Line, Land Transport Authority See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

On today's markets analysis on Open For Business, Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng speak with King Lip, Chief Strategist and Partner, BakerAvenue Wealth Management   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MAS has launched a gold vaulting service for foreign central banks and sovereign institutions, alongside plans for a new gold clearing system and tax incentives. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng unpack why demand for gold storage is growing, how Singapore could benefit and whether it can compete with established international bullion centres with Shiv Tulsiani, Head Of Business Development APAC, Ma...

Remember skipping P.E. lessons, faking excuses or finding ways to get out of NAPFA tests back in school? We may have laughed it off back then, but could our attitude towards physical education have consequences that we're only realising years later? Daniel Martin discusses further with Azhar Yusoff, Former PE teacher and Head of PE and CCA and former Senior Lecturer at the PE and Sports Scien...

AI-related companies in Asia could face stronger market scrutiny, following the recent Nvidia fallout. Could that lead to a trickle effect on data center REITs and stocks, particularly in South-East Asia? Daniel Martin finds out more from Audrey Ho, Investment Counselor, Citigold Private Client, Citibank Singapore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Across Asia, uncertainty over Nvidia’s leadership is weighing on AI-linked shares, after the stock fell over eight per cent in extended U.S trading. Could this trigger a sell-off in AI-related stocks, and what might that mean for the region's stocks? Daniel Martin finds out more from Audrey Ho, Investment Counselor, Citigold Private Client, Citibank Singapore. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

A dream to travel the world has turned into a nightmare for the Villa Vie Odyssey’s passengers, with their floating home under arrest in Singapore. What led our authorities to make the ‘arrest’ – and what does it mean for a ship to be ‘arrested’? Daniel Martin finds out more from Leong Kah Wah, Head of Shipping and International Trade at legal firm Rajah & T...

There's more to a smoky dram than meets the nose. As Bruichladdich celebrates 25 years since its revival, the Islay distillery is also welcoming the latest chapter of its famously peaty Octomore whisky. From its deep roots in the people and land of Islay to the craftsmanship behind the new Octomore 17 series, Hui Wong speaks with Abi Clephane, Global Ambassador at Bruichladdich Distillery to explo...

Kester and Kavitha Shekar-Tay are husband and wife and co-founders of the Sacred Institute, their clinical practice where they help other couples build healthier relationships. They reflect on their own journey of growth as a couple and as individuals, and share why our relationship with ourselves is fundamental to the health of a relationship with our partner. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Singapore authorities are studying ways to simplify routine maintenance for owners of conserved buildings, including potentially removing approval requirements for certain minor works. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng look at how Singapore can make heritage conservation easier without compromising the historical authenticity of its architectural landmarks with Dr Imran Tajudeen, Senior Lecturer, De...

For years, we've been told to keep left on escalators and leave the right side clear for people in a hurry. But now, SMRT is trialling something different. At City Hall and Raffles Place MRT stations, commuters are being encouraged to stand on both sides. The idea is to make better use of escalator space and improve safety. Can we kick the old habit and adopt this new practice? And how will it imp...

The latest US-mediated peace talks between Russia and Ukraine have ended without a major breakthrough, with disputes over territory, security guarantees and Europe's wider security order still unresolved. As President Donald Trump pushes for a deal, can Washington bring Moscow and Kyiv closer to an agreement? Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng examine the biggest obstacles to peace and whether a comp...

Indonesia's Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has reportedly resigned amid questions over his eligibility to hold office. What does this mean for President Prabowo Subianto's political alliance with former president Joko Widodo, and who could replace Gibran? Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng speak with CNA's Indonesia Senior Correspondent Saifulbahri Ismail about the political fallout and what h...

On today's markets analysis on Open For Business, Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng speak with Aadil Ebrahim, Group Head of Equities, Klay Group See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore is a major billing and business hub for Nvidia, with local companies and institutions relying on its technology to power AI development. But allegations involving CEO Jensen Huang and scrutiny of Singapore-based Megaspeed have raised fresh concerns. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng examine whether the controversy could affect chip access, investment confidence and Singapore's reputation a...

Cathay Pacific is adding 14 more Airbus aircraft, as Singapore Airlines invests billions in its long-haul cabins. What does this spending tell us about how Asian airlines see the region’s growth prospects? Vaisali Prabhakaran finds out more from Hebe Chen, Senior Market Analyst, Vantage Markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Asian markets were mixed on Wednesday (11 November 2026), with tech-heavy markets like Taiwan, South Korea and Japan gaining while China and Hong Kong slip. What is driving this growing divergence across the region? Vaisali Prabhakaran finds out more from Hebe Chen, Senior Market Analyst, Vantage Markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fancy a sound bath with over a hundred people? This Saturday, New Bahru's School Hall will be transformed into The Resting Room, an immersive experience bringing together live gongs, acoustic instruments and plenty of space to simply unwind. Hui Wong explores the science behind sound healing, the appeal of collective rest, and what Singaporeans are really looking for as the wellness scene continue...

From rare aged sakes to experimental brews, there's plenty to explore as Sake Matsuri returns for its 13th edition. With more than 500 sakes and spirits, and Japan HopFest joining the celebrations, Hui Wong discovers how Singapore's sake scene is evolving and what exciting pours await visitors this year with Kevin Ngan, Co-founder, Sake Matsuri & Japan HopFest, and Adrian Goh, Co-founder, Sake...