CNA938 Rewind

Asian markets have taken a hit with technology stocks among the hardest hit, as Democrats secured control of the U.S Congress in the midterm elections. Investors are concerned that greater political scrutiny of AI in the U.S. could slow spending on data centres and affect demand for Asian-made chips. Daniel Martin discusses further with Dan Chang, Trading Representative, Phillip Securities. See om...

Heard about the Manpower Ministry (MOM) probing around 45 firms operating at Changi Airport over suspected work pass offences? But when businesses rely on contractors and subcontractors to get things done, could they end up assigning foreign workers roles they’re not authorised to perform? Daniel Martin discusses further with Associate Professor Geoffrey Chua, Nanyang Business School-Di...

Asia markets are in focus on Wednesday (4 November), as investors assess the outcome of the U.S midterm elections. Daniel Martin discusses further with Dan Chang, Trading Representative, Phillip Securities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From December 2026, quarterly reports on autonomous vehicle deployments will be pushed out – it’s one of the updates Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow shared at the Singapore Urban Mobility Week, which will shape the mobility future of Singapore. Daniel Martin finds out from Professor Marcelo Ang, Department of Mechanical Engineering, NUS. He’s a Member of Singapore’s St...

Shaun Goh is the holder of five national records for distance running. Most recently (25 Oct 2026), the 29-year-old broke the half-marathon national record with a time of 65 minutes and 01 second. Shaun shares why he didn't hesitate to leave a corporate career earlier in 2026 to embrace a professional sports contract, how he's excelled in the sport despite entering it later than many of his peers,...

From family-run farms to artisan cheeses, olive oils and a good tiramisu, there's plenty to discover about Italian food beyond pasta and pizza. As Little Farms celebrates A Taste of Italy, Hui Wong explores the traditions behind some of Italy's best-loved ingredients, what Singapore shoppers are looking for, and the food and wine experiences in store with Salvo Ferraro, Italian food specialist, an...

From cyberattacks disrupting supermarket refrigeration systems in Europe to data breaches involving Singapore Airlines and MoneySmart, growing cybersecurity threats are raising concerns about the safety of essential services and personal information. How vulnerable are businesses and consumers, and are we doing enough to protect ourselves? Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng examine the risks with Dai...

On today's markets analysis on Open For Business, Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng speak with Pan Jingyi, Economics Associate Director, S&P Global Markets Intelligence See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

European Central Bank president Christine Lagarde is leaving before her term expires in October 2027, triggering a closely watched succession contest. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng examine why she's stepping down, the potential candidates to replace her and what the leadership change could mean for eurozone interest rates, inflation and financial markets with Mark Matthews, Head of Research Asia...

Outdoor music events at Tanjong Pagar Distripark have been put on hold following noise complaints from nearby residents. On TalkBack, Daniel Martin spoke to Professor Gan Woon-Seng, Professor of Audio Engineering and Director of Smart Nation Lab at NTU, and former member of the Community Advisory Panel on Neighbourhood Noise, about how far sound can travel, when noise becomes excessive, and how en...

On The Ask on Singapore Today, Apple shares have fallen again, raising questions about whether the tech giant could be facing a longer-term downward trend. Daniel Martin spoke to Hu You, Senior Research Analyst at FSM Global, about what’s behind the decline and whether Apple’s share performance could have wider implications for other major tech companies. See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

In Business, South Korea’s inflation eased, while Indonesia signalled it is unlikely to export electricity amid strong domestic demand. Daniel Martin spoke to Hu You, Senior Research Analyst at FSM Global, about these developments and the latest moves in Asian markets ahead of the U.S. midterm elections. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following the reported US$6.3 billion Binance hack, believed to be the largest cryptocurrency theft on record, questions remain over how such a vast amount of digital currency could be laundered. Daniel Martin spoke to Alec Zebrick, Senior Manager of APAC Global Services at Chainalysis, about how stolen cryptocurrency is traced, whether there were warning signs before the attack, and how Binance w...

Deepavali is a time for lights, laughter, family gatherings and, of course, something sweet! At Tiffin Room in Raffles Hotel Singapore, the tradition of sharing mithai takes centre stage with a handcrafted collection of Indian sweets, featuring everything from saffron and nuts to mango and green apple. Hui Wong speaks with Atul Shanbhag, Restaurant General Manager of Tiffin Room to find out what m...

A team dinner or company outing might bring colleagues together, but does everyone feel included? With different generations sharing the same workplace, what works for one employee may not work for another. Hui Wong looks at who might be missing out on traditional team bonding activities, and what employers can do to help everyone feel more connected at work with Ong Leng Leng, Director at NTUC Cl...

Canada and the European Union have announced a sweeping partnership spanning digital trade, critical minerals, energy, AI and defence, alongside fresh support for Ukraine. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng unpack what's been agreed, how the alliance could strengthen economic resilience and what it means for relations with the US and China with Patrick Leblond, Associate Professor, Graduate School of...

North Korea has rejected US allegations linking it to the Binance hack, calling the claims a grave political provocation. But with US authorities previously attributing major cryptocurrency thefts to North Korean hackers, what evidence points to Pyongyang this time? Jonno Newman, Head of Deployment Strategy for APAC at TRM Labs, helps Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng unpack the clues behind the all...

Singapore biomedical start-ups such as Lion TCR and BetaLife are turning to China for larger patient populations, clinical partnerships and manufacturing capacity. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng examine the opportunities, regulatory challenges and what this cross-border expansion could mean for Singapore’s biomedical industry with Fabio La Mola, Partner, Bain & Company See omnystudio.co...

Following demonstrations across Indonesia on Youth Pledge Day, questions remain over the situation in Jakarta and the possibility of further unrest. Daniel Martin spoke to Chandni Vatvani, Senior CNA Correspondent in Jakarta, about developments on the ground, public reaction to the protests and what they could mean for President Prabowo Subianto’s administration. See omnystudio.com/listener...

After more than a week of improved air quality, is Singapore finally seeing the end of the haze? On TalkBack, Daniel Martin spoke to Professor Matthias Roth, Provost’s Chair Professor at the Department of Geography, NUS, about whether haze could return, what the inter-monsoon period will bring, and whether we should prepare for hotter days and heavier rain. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

On The Ask on Singapore Today, Binance customers have withdrawn around US$3.6 billion following a reported security breach linked to North Korea. Daniel Martin spoke to Irene Foo, Head of Investment Strategy and Research at Maybank Group Wealth Management, about whether the withdrawals signal a temporary reaction or a longer-term loss of confidence, and what it would take for the cryptocurrency ex...

In Business, China injects fresh liquidity into its banking system, Japan’s manufacturing growth slows, and South Korea announces plans to ramp up AI investment. Daniel Martin spoke to Irene Foo, Head of Investment Strategy and Research at Maybank Group Wealth Management, about these developments and the latest moves in Asian markets ahead of the U.S. midterm elections. See omnystudio.com/li...

On Global Watch, protests across France, Italy, Germany and India are raising questions about growing public dissatisfaction and the role of younger generations in organising demonstrations. Daniel Martin spoke to Malminderjit Singh, Founder and Managing Director of Terra Corporate Affairs, about what’s driving these movements and whether they point to a broader global trend. See omnystudio....

On Global Watch, Iran warns that its response to future attacks may extend beyond its borders, while diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz continue. Meanwhile, Russian strikes have disrupted electricity supplies in Ukraine as a temporary ceasefire in Kherson comes to an end. Daniel Martin spoke to Malminderjit Singh, Founder and Managing Director of Terra Corporate Affairs, about the r...

On Global Watch, concerns are growing over a possible resumption of the US-Iran war as Americans head to the polls for the midterm elections. Daniel Martin spoke to Malminderjit Singh, Founder and Managing Director of Terra Corporate Affairs, about how the elections could shape Washington’s approach to Iran and the risks of renewed conflict in the Middle East. See omnystudio.com/listener for...