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The pandemic-induced slowdown has uncovered the need for reforms to address structural issues in the job market that would also ensure quality labour market recovery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Top Glove continues to find itself in hot water. The company was recently hit with forced labour allegations, causing the US market to suspend their import of Top Glove products. As investigations continue, we look into what employees can do to protect themselves moving forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now we know that A.I. is starting to become very capable at doing certain things. Beating Chess world champions? Done. Generating realistic faces and expressions? Check. But there are some things that it still seems to (arguably) be having some trouble doing. Like creating a cake recipe that everyone will like. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now we know that A.I. is starting to become very capable at doing certain things. Beating Chess world champions? Done. Generating realistic faces and expressions? Check. But there are some things that it still seems to (arguably) be having some trouble doing. Like creating a cake recipe that everyone will like. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In what seems to be the announcement everyone has been waiting for, the government is strongly considering allowing all those who have completed both doses of their vaccination to travel again. While vaxxed folk may be able to travel interstate for now, this policy should also allow them to travel anywhere in the world when borders are finally reopened. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

In an online environment riddled with misinformation and disinformation, is April Fools’ Day still appropriate? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apple has confirmed the date of its second virtual iteration of the Worldwide Developer Conference, and have announced the expansion of its Independent Repair Provider programme to a long list of countries, including Malaysia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 30% work-from-home policy has been revoked starting April 1 , leaving some people relieved and others concerned about the decision. While the government claims it has assessed the risk, many are wondering if this is the right time to gather in the office, just as more workplace clusters are emerging. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a world where overall media and entertainment growth stands at a measly 4 percent, reports estimate the audiobook and podcast market to grow by 25 percent and 30 percent , respectively, this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malaysian fans of Coldplay will be excited to learn that the incredibly successful band is giving them a treat – but not in the way they'd have expected. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The mainstream legitimization of cryptocurrency continues as major payments players like PayPal and VISA have embraced the concept as a method of payment. These forms of adoption aren’t new, but they emphasize the status of cryptocurrency as a technology that’s here to stay. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the world recognises being one year into the COVID-19 pandemic, on a local level we take a look at the newest government stimulus package, PEMERKASA and how grants and loans for SMEs have changed - or not - throughout this time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Like all relationships, business partnerships are complex. A healthy, cohesive collaboration can take your business to the next level, while a competitive or toxic dynamic can drag your business down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you go into business with someone, the right match can make or break the potential success of your company. So what are some of the factors to watch out for in a business partnership? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The link between the network you keep and the level of success you have in life has been a point of interest for researchers for a very long time. While some believe friends have very little effect on your overall business success, others believe you should eliminate friends who aren’t on the same wavelength as you get older. Is this behavior toxic in itself, or a valuable tool to attaining...

The pursuit of happiness can be elusive, but still remains an aspiration for many.     Since 2012, the world has been celebrating happiness during the month of March, with the United Nations proclaiming March 20th as the International Day of Happiness. Happiness is a profoundly human and subjective experience; and yet, the scientific study of happiness has exploded.   See omnys...

With the nature of work fundamentally changing due to the pandemic, many companies have created a job title to deal with the remote workforce. With so many people working from home, these companies believe that they’ll need someone, separate from HR, to organize and empower their newly-displaced workforce. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Microsoft’s 2021 Work Trend Index has revealed that over 40% of the global workforce is considering leaving their employer this year; but what factors have been contributing to this global work exhaustion, and what can companies do to retain talent? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

William Shatner has partnered with tech company StoryFile to create an interactive AI version of himself to ensure the flirtatious captain of Star Trek's Enterprise will always be young on screen and off for years to come. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The pandemic is reshaping which films are made and where they are viewed, as well as where the real profit to be made is. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WarnerMedia spent $70m on Zach Snyder’s remake of the widely panned ‘Justice League’, despite previously forking out $300m on one of the most expensive films ever made. We discuss if the #releasethesnydercut fan movement sets a precedent for future remakes, what this means for movie studios and streaming services, as well as why giving your fans exactly what they want is one of t...

Digital COVID-19 vaccination certificates in Malaysia and Singapore are secured by blockchain technology and come with a traceability feature that tells the exact batch of the vaccine vial used for inoculation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tired of waiting to get your vaccine appointment? For just $500, you could get a COVID-19 vaccine dose tomorrow (overnight shipping fees not included). Too rich for your blood? How about a vaccination card for just $150? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As COVID-19 vaccinations continue to roll out worldwide, so does the implementation of digital vaccine passports. The widespread use of these certificates will, hopefully, allow for borders to reopen in the near future. But can these passports be implemented on an international basis? What kinds of resources are needed to make this work? And furthermore, how will this impact society at large movin...

Microsoft will be letting some of its employees back into the office next week, which is Stage Four of its 6-step Hybrid Workplace plan. The software giant considers working from home part-time as standard for its employees, and is looking into new ways of using technology to bridge the gap between remote work and traditional offices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.