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Scheduling shifts may sound routine, but for hospitals it can mean the difference between burnout and balance. Enter NurseShift.ai, an AI-powered rostering solution from IHH Healthcare Singapore that’s winning awards and winning over nurses. So how is it cutting rostering time in half and reducing overtime? And what does it mean for our healthcare workers? On Good Tech, Lynlee Foo speaks to...

Deepfakes are no longer a niche concern. They are fuelling scams across Asia Pacific, from Singapore to Hong Kong, and eroding public trust in financial institutions. On Industry Insight ,  Christophe Barel, Managing Director for Asia Pacific at the Financial Services Information Sharing and Analysis Center (FS-ISAC), explains why AI-powered fraud is now a systemic risk to the region’s...

After years of debate over hybrid work, APAC’s office market is bouncing back. Companies are tightening return-to-office rules, expanding again, and competing for the best CBD locations. In Singapore, resilient rents, limited supply, and strong investor appetite are keeping the CBD firmly in focus. On  Industry Insight , Lynlee Foo speaks with Ada Choi, Head of Research for Asia Pacific...

Singapore’s nightlife scene has always been about the music, the energy, and the night out. But a new generation is changing the game. Known for being budget-conscious and wellness-minded, the Gen Zs are redefining what it means to party.  So what is driving the Gen Zs to change how Singapore’s nightlife is like? And to what extent is it really caused by the younger generation? On...

With the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone expected to spur cross-border business, travel and investment, what role will hospitality play in anchoring that growth? Ascott’s newly announced flagship in Coronation Square Johor Bahru, directly connected to the RTS, offers one of the first real tests. How are hospitality players positioning themselves to capture rising demand? And what does...

Digital payments are booming in Singapore - the Monetary Authority of Singapore reports that e-payments more than doubled to S$1.25 trillion in 2023, with over 90% of adults now registered for PayNow. Yet for many SMEs in sectors like F&B, retail, and beauty, digital adoption remains patchy. As Southeast Asia’s SMEs race to catch up, why is Singapore emerging as a hub for PayTech in...

Artificial intelligence is moving beyond chatbots and algorithms - it is being embedded into the backbone of global markets. With $55.8 trillion in assets under custody, global financial giant BNY is at the centre of this shift. On Industry Insight , Lynlee Foo sits down with Leigh-Ann Russell, CIO and Global Head of Engineering at BNY , to find out how the bank has scaled 80+ AI solutions, t...

For someone living with visual impairment, even the simplest daily tasks like picking the right carton of milk at the supermarket, can be a challenge. Enter AiSee, an AI-powered wearable that is akin to a “visual companion”, created at the National University of Singapore to help people better connect with the world around them. So how exactly is it reshaping accessibility? And how cou...

Data and AI giant Databricks has surpassed a US$100B valuation with over US$1B in AI revenue. On  Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks with Adam Conway, SVP of Products at Databricks about what’s fueling this momentum, how Asia’s AI adoption differs from the US, and why agentic AI could be the region’s next big leap. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Findings from a report by financial compliance software firm Fenergo show that regulators worldwide issued more than US$1.2 billion in fines against financial institutions in the first half of 2025 - a staggering year-on-year increase. While North America accounted for the largest penalties, Asia was not spared, with enforcement actions in China, Malaysia, Australia, and Singapore, where MAS issue...

Anime has surged from subculture to a US$30B global industry, with streaming, merchandising, and fandom driving growth far beyond Japan. On Industry Insight , Lynlee Foo speaks with Kendrick Wong, CEO of Singapore-based Kasagi Labo , a pioneering anime venture studio about why anime resonates with global audiences, the business model shifts powering its expansion, and how Singapore is emerging as...

Nearly a billion people around the world depend on remittances - and Asia Pacific is at the centre of this $905 billion market. But the way money moves is changing fast. Visa’s latest Money Travels 2025 report shows digital apps have overtaken traditional channels, with speed, security and convenience driving adoption. So what does this mean for banks, money transfer operators, and fintechs...

For Singapore’s deaf and hard-of-hearing community, something as simple as picking up the phone can feel impossible. With only seven full-time interpreters serving thousands, making a doctor’s appointment or calling a hotline often means relying on family, friends, or long waits. Enter CallBridge — a homegrown innovation using real-time text-to-speech and speech-to-text to let us...

ASEAN’s electricity demand is set to nearly triple by 2050, and renewables alone won’t be enough to keep the lights on. One option making a quiet comeback is nuclear power—this time in the form of small modular reactors (SMRs) that are safer, smaller, and more flexible than the plants of the past. On  Industry Insight , Trung Ghi , Partner and Head of Energy & Utilities...

Once viewed primarily as crisis managers, interim executives are increasingly stepping into strategic roles across AI adoption, supply chain transformation, and post-merger integration. This model is growing globally with Singapore emerging as a hub. So why are companies turning to contract leaders to drive strategy? And how will this reshape executive recruitment in Singapore? On Industry Insight...

From cooking oil to jet fuel, Singapore is leading Asia’s green shift. With Southeast Asia’s first large-scale alkoxides facility now open at Jurong Island, what does this milestone mean for the future of clean fuels, better nutrition, and sustainable manufacturing in the region? On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to Lauren Kjeldsen, COO and a Member of the Executive Board, Evonik...

As Singapore continues to evolve its urban landscape, AI and data are becoming central to how new estates are designed and developed. From predicting traffic flows and optimising transport networks to reducing environmental impact and enhancing liveability, technology is reshaping the way cities grow. So how are smart planning tools are helping Singapore build more sustainable, efficient, and peop...

What will Singapore’s construction sites look like after 2030? From remote-controlled excavators and drones to carbon-capturing concrete and digital twins, construction is being reshaped by technology, sustainability, and collaboration. On Industry Insight ,  Lynlee Foo speaks with Lee Aik Seng, Managing Director of Obayashi Singapore , about how digital innovation is changing site oper...

Doctors in Singapore spend nearly half their working hours on paperwork instead of patients. Can AI help give that time back? On Good Tech , Lynlee Foo speaks with Xie Qihuang and Alexander Shao-Rong Pang , co-founders of Hesyra , a homegrown healthtech startup building an AI medical scribe. Born out of an NUS project, Hesyra listens to consultations and automatically generates clinical notes, ref...

Doing a search on Google is no longer just about finding answers — it’s about discovery, prediction, and personalisation.  From consumer behaviour shifts to marketing in an AI-first era, artificial intelligence is reshaping the way people search, discover, and engage online. But how is Search evolving into an AI-powered discovery engine? And what does this mean for businesses reth...

Jobs and reskilling were front and centre at this year’s National Day Rally. But ADP’s latest People at Work 2025 report shows a striking confidence gap: only one in three Singapore workers feel they have the skills to progress in their careers. On Industry Insight , Lynlee Foo speaks to Yvonne Teo, Vice President of HR APAC at global HR and payroll solutions provider ADP , to unpack w...

Factories across Asia are turning to AI and automation to stay resilient amid rising costs, supply chain shocks, and talent shortages. On Industry Insight , Rockwell Automation ’s Scott Wooldridge, Regional President, Asia Pacific explains to Lynlee Foo how smart factories are reshaping manufacturing, and why the future depends on people and technology working together. See omnystudio.com/li...

Asia’s factories, ports, and supply chains are entering a new era that is powered not just by AI, but by the networks that connect everything together.  Now with private 5G and edge computing, it processes data right where it is needed, are helping industries move faster, work smarter, and stay ahead. So how are these fast, secure networks shaping Asia’s industrial and enterprise...

Pawnshops have always held a unique place in society. They’re one of the oldest financial services — places people turn to in moments of need, but also places where family heirlooms, gold bars, and luxury treasures change hands. Today, that traditional image is being redefined. With gold prices soaring and younger consumers embracing pre-owned luxury, pawnbroking is transforming into a...

During National Day Rally 2025, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced the creation of Age Well Neighbourhoods as one in four Singaporeans will be over 65 by 2030. This is a major step to support a rapidly aging population to help seniors access healthcare and social activities more easily.  But how will this better support our ageing population? And what can we expect in the years to come? O...