Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong

When it comes to managing money, there are a number of similarities and differences between personal and business financial planning. The commonalities include creating budgets, paying taxes, investing, and establishing strategic goals. But how can one find the right footing in balancing their personal finance and business finance at the same time?  Prashant Aggarwal, Chief Executive Officer and B...

Singapore shares started the day on a softer note, amid major counters’ Q3 updates. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) headed down 0.6 per cent o to 3,154.34 points after 93.1 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch for today, we have Singapore Airlines. The national carrier posted a net profit of S$1.4 billion for the first six months of i...

From Malaysia saying that it will not recognise unilateral sanctions in response to a proposed US law to level sanctions against foreign supporters of Hamas and other Palestinian militant groups to our regional leaders set to attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit later this month. Nicholas Fang, Managing Director, Black Dot and Director for Security and Global Affairs, Singapore Inst...

Today we’re going to talk about a gaming company that has a triple-headed snake trademark.  Does Razer come to mind? Founded in 2005 and dual headquartered in Irvine and Singapore, Razer is widely recognised as a leading brand for gamers in the US, Europe and China. With a fan base that spans every continent, the company has designed and built the world’s largest gamer-focused ecosystem of hardwar...

VAR continued to take centre stage, as the London Derby won 4-1 by Chelsea against Tottenham - was marred by yet more controversy. The use of technology was required on NINE occasions in the first half alone! With the men in the middle facing severe scrutiny, we check in with Spurs boss Ange Postecoglu, pundit Gary Neville and Arsenal fan Eddy Hirono on this one! Got a story to tell? Get in touch...

While there are many beautiful ready-to-wear accessories on the market, nothing beats custom-made jewellery imbued with your own flair. From one-of-a-kind engagement rings to meaningful family heirlooms, Amanda Ang, Founder, August Bespoke shares what goes on behind turning your wildest dream designs into wearable personalised jewellery.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares struggled to advance at the open today as banks and other index counters started the morning trading session in the red. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) headed down 0.8 per cent to 3,154.90 points after 83.6 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch for today, we have oil exploration and production company Rex Internationa...

Before 2016, online regulation was pretty low on the political agenda. That changed after the election of Donald Trump and the Brexit referendum. In each case, the losing side came to believe that shady digital forces had been weaponized against them. So how can the law keep up with the ever fast changing social media world?  Benjamin Cheong, Deputy Head of Technology, Media and Telecommunications...

What is the first thing you do when you check in at a hotel? While some might check out the fittings like the beds and the space, others might want to soak in the ambience.  But ever wondered what makes a hotel feel a certain way – say like a home away from home?   The answer perhaps lies in the details – say the fragrance, amenity kits, door gifts and other finishing touches, and that is precisel...

From China’s President Xi Jinping meeting Australian PM Anthony Albanese in Beijing to Mr Xi holding talks over video with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.  Dr. Oh Ei Sun, Senior Fellow, Singapore Institute of International Affairs gives us an analysis of those headlines and more.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arsenal said they "wholeheartedly support" manager Mikel Arteta after he criticised the officiating in Saturday's Premier League defeat by Newcastle United. The Magpies goal was allowed to stand after VAR took several minutes to check if the ball went out of play, whether there was a foul in the build-up and for offside as Arsenal fell to their first league defeat of the season. Do the Gunners hav...

According to the International Labor Organization, 3 out of 4 companies with women in management positions register an increase in profits from 5% to 20% We speak to  Jacqueline Chay, Executive Director, AsiaPac Technology, a subsidiary of M1  to find out how she's driving change in the tech industry. Spending almost three decades in AsiaPac Technology, Jacqueline has witnessed a massive shift in...

Singapore stocks were pulled into positive territory today following gains on Wall Street last week. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose 0.4 per cent to 3,156.36 points after 69.8 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  In terms of companies to watch for today, we have DBS. The bank reported today a 16 per cent higher net profit of S$2.59 billion in the third quarte...

With the advent of social media, 'influencing' people has become an actual job. While influencer marketing is not a new concept, it has grown to be wildly popular in the past few years.  As more companies devote their time and effort to influencer marketing tactics, how big is the power of influence in Southeast Asia and Singapore?  Antoine Gross, General Manager, Southeast Asia and India, impact....

Today we’re going to bring you an inside look into a company said to be a US$62 billion revenue global technology powerhouse.  Drumrolls – bingo if you’ve guessed Lenovo. Founded in 1984, the firm delivers a portfolio of PCs and tablets, monitors, accessories, smart home and collaboration solutions, as well as smart infrastructure data centre solutions around the world.  In fact, the firm has sinc...

FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried has been found guilty of defrauding customers of his now-bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange in one of the biggest financial frauds on record. The verdict came just shy of one year after FTX filed for bankruptcy. How will the verdict impact crypto markets going ahead? What more can be done in terms of regulation so that crypto investors in the US will be protected from f...

This is the inspiring story of 66-year old Xanthe Khatoon, a cancer survivor who overcame adversity to complete TWO marathons. And she's only getting started! We speak to Xanthe to learn more about journey through adversity, her mindset and her motivations. READ MORE: https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/cancer-survivor-66-overcomes-obstacles-to-complete-5km-at-great-eastern-women-s-run Got a story...

Singapore's nightlife and culinary scene saw itself given the kiss of life in 2022, when Covid-19 pandemic restrictions were fully lifted. And now, that very landscape has truly transformed, with new industry players looking to make an impression to invigorate consumer demand.  In December, patrons can enjoy a bird’s-eye view of Singapore from the top floors of One Raffles Place when a multi-conce...

Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a painful skin rash caused by the re-activation of the chickenpox virus in people who have previously had chickenpox. The virus can be re-activated because of a range of issues that include advancing age, immune-suppressants, illness, or stress.  Dr Asok Kurup, Infectious Disease Expert, Mount Elizabeth Hospital helps us understand shingles better and whet...

Singapore stocks posted strong gains at the open today, after global markets rallied overnight on the latest Federal Reserve decision to hold rates steady. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) was up 1.1 per cent to 3,115.22 points after 82.2 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  In terms of companies to watch today, we have Keppel Infrastructure Trust after it almost d...

We now live in a world where much of what we do hinges on online platforms. And yet, we’re not really thinking about protecting our digital assets.  What digital legacy will you leave behind and why is it so important to have measures in place to protect them? Nicholas Worley, CEO & Founder, InaLife explains. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the conversation for you if you’re looking to travel the world and sail the seven seas in the upcoming December holidays. Founded in 1969, our guest Royal Caribbean International is the world’s largest cruise line. The firm prides itself on its history of innovation from being the firm with the first surf simulator to the fastest internet at sea.  It also has a global network across major...

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has imposed a six-month pause on DBS Bank's non-essential IT changes to ensure that the bank keeps sharp focus on restoring the resilience of its digital banking services. DBS will not be allowed to acquire new business ventures during this period or reduce the size of its branch and ATM networks in Singapore. But why are such serious actions only taken no...

Despite celebrating the highs of Joseph Schooling and Shanti Pereira in recent years, Singapore's sporting culture remains questionable. How then can we aspire to create a healthy eco-system to let budding athletes flourish?  Soh Rui Yong, Singaporean national long-distance runner and holder of six national records, joins us from the United Kingdom to tell us more. READ MORE: https://www.straitsti...

The micro-hotel industry has seen incredible growth and is expected to reach over $150b by 2032, with Asia-Pacific holding one of the highest market shares of small rooms. What does this growth projection mean for micro-hotels like YOTEL?  Hubert Viriot, CEO, YOTEL explains the brand's ambitious expansion plans for Asia, including new projects in Japan, Malaysia and Thailand which will see YOTEL d...