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The VC investment landscape is back with focus as we speak to the venture arm of one of Japan’s largest consumer credit companies, Credit Saison.  Called Saison Capital, the corporate venture arm invests in Pre-Seed to Series B companies with a focus on Southeast Asia and India.  While the firm is sector agnostic, it likes to work with founders that are building platforms or ecosystems that have t...

We all know her name, Angela Lee. We all know her craft, mixed martial arts. But beyond the guts, glory, fame and fortune lies a battle with overcoming the inner demons - fuelled by the pressure of having to live in the public eye. In this tell-all interview Angela opens up on her suicide attempt in 2017, her younger sister Victoria taking her own life and setting up Fightstory - a non-profit orga...

Did you know that it's possible to get a Private Pilot's License to fly on your own in Singapore?  If you are an aviation enthusiast who is passionate about taking to the skies but do not wish to pursue it as a career, flying as a hobby is an option. Faris Iskandar Samat, Co Founder, Aeroviation explains how his aviation academy is making controlling an aircraft accessible to individuals from all...

We are living in the era of polycrisis. As a result, people are becoming increasingly conscious of sustainability and demanding it in all aspects, including product packaging. According to The Global Paper & Packaging Report by Bain & Company, 2022 saw increasing demands, prices, and profits for the paper & packaging sector with production costs continuing to rise while demand started...

From Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim delivering his first address before the UN General Assembly last week and to what it takes to be the among the richest in Malaysia.  Hafidzi Razali, Senior Analyst, BowerGroupAsia gives us an analysis of those headlines and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore stocks opened weaker today following overnight losses in global markets. In early trade, the Straits Times Index headed down 0.6 per cent to 3,196.82 points after 72.4 million securities changed hands in the broader market In terms of companies to watch today, we have Boustead Singapore. Its real estate unit Boustead Projects was directed by the Singapore Exchange Regulation to delist wi...

The last three years have seen a massive upswing in luxury watch sales with the global market expected to be worth $32 billion by 2027. And new consumer segments, including young people, women and consumers outside of the US and Europe — the two largest watch markets for most of the 20th century — are leading the charge. So, when is a good time to start investing in a high-end timepiece? And what...

Looking for a good deal when it comes to satisfying your western food cravings? Wild Olives is a western food stall located in Pasir Ris Central Hawker Center. Shawnrick Hu gives us his review on the food stall and what to order there.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Companies and law firms have spent decades trying to get computers to do legal work with decreasing levels of human intervention, investing huge amounts of time and money in a problem nobody was sure could ever really be solved. With AI coming into the picture in recent times, will it hurt the function of legal advice? What will the worth of the lawyer of the future be like moving forward?  John Q...

From Beijing's attempts to strengthen ties with other countries like South Korea and Syria to senior Nomura official Charles Wang Zhonghe barred from leaving mainland China.  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.

Singapore stocks were little changed today, amid a mixed performance in global markets. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) dropped 0.01 per cent to 3,215.09 points after  25.7 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we do have  Nio, after the Chinese electric vehicle maker said yesterday that it had “no reportable capital raising activity”...

We’ve talked about electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircrafts on the show. They come in the form of flying cars, air taxis or even delivery drones.  But just like how cars need to be parked at car parks or garages, and how aeroplanes need to stay at airports, flying cars and delivery drones also need to be parked somewhere once they reach their destinations.  Our guest for today desi...

While Postecoglu has made a splash to life at Spurs, Pochettino's time at the Chelsea has got off to a difficult start. Tottenham have seemingly adopted Ange-ball in a matter of weeks, while the Blues continue to struggle to justify their billion-dollar wage bill. With patience running thin amongst the Stamford Bridge faithful, we wonder if identities actually matter in football?  James Walton, sp...

Singapore shares fell today, after Wall Street and Europe closed lower the week before amid concerns over prolonged elevated global interest rates. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) dropped 0.2 per cent to 3,199.12 points after 35.4 million securities changed hands in the broader market.. In terms of companies to watch for today, we have Frasers Centrepoint Trust after its trustee has...

Typically when people think of classical music, they envision composers like Mozart, Schumann, and Mendelssohn. But far too often, their female counterparts are overlooked.  Our next guest is an Australian composer of classical music. And from the age of five, she studied piano and music theory under her parent’s tutelage and at eight began learning the cello which coincided with her first experim...

Customer segmentation and targeting are essential for any business that wants to optimise its marketing and sales strategies. By dividing your customers into groups based on their characteristics, needs, preferences, and behaviours, you can tailor your messages, offers, and channels to suit each segment.  But how can a company use CRM to segment and target your customers effectively? Terri Chan, G...

The prospect of a US government shutdown grows more likely with each passing day as lawmakers have yet to reach a deal to extend funding past a critical deadline at the end of the month. Can a US government shut down be averted? And what could likely happen if the government shuts down?  Trisha Craig, Vice President (Engagement) and Senior Lecturer of Social Sciences (Sociology and Political Scien...

This company will certainly ring a bell for those who’ve been keeping an eye on the movers on the Singapore exchange.  Our guest for today is DFI Retail Group, or a leading pan-Asian retailer that owns the Cold Storage and Giant chains of supermarkets, Guardian pharmacies and 7-Eleven convenience stores here in Singapore. At a group level, DFI Retail operates over 10,500 outlets in 13 countries an...

Singapore Premier League defending champions Albirex Niigata (S) have announced a shift in policy from being a club with mainly Japanese professionals to one with predominantly Singaporean players. So why have the club decided to go local, and why now - ahead of their 20th season in top flight Singapore football? We speak to  Dominic Wong, Albirex Niigata Team Manager & Club Executive and Hilm...

Sky-high restaurant SKAI refreshes its à la carte menu under the leadership of new executive chef Seumas Smith. With a firm appreciation for the art of Japanese cookery, this new menu is a celebration of the Japanese produce. For more on what you can experience at the contemporary grill, situated on the 70th floor of the acclaimed Swissôtel The Stamford, we speak with Seumas Smith, Executive Chef,...

Singapore stocks opened weaker today, following overnight losses on Wall Street and Europe. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) headed down 0.6 per cent to 3,182.7 points after about 51.9 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  In terms of companies to watch today, we have the mainboard-listed Creative Technology, after it announced a tie-up with Chinese electronics comp...

2023 in particular has been the year of generative AI, and new developments have both impressed and alarmed people all around the world.  However, fear seems to be the winning sentiment in the current business landscape, even AI experts and industry executives are calling for an “AI-pause” in developing more powerful systems. So how can a company like Aboitiz Data Innovation achieving harmony betw...

Today we’re going to talk about a company that supplies steel pipes, tie rods, as well as crane rails for waterfront, underground and even rail projects.  Founded in 2011, Mlion Corporation is a foundation solutions company that focuses on port and waterfront developments, civil excavation and power generation related infrastructure in Asia.   It also adds value to the supply chain by providing do...

Another day, another defeat. Manchester United's difficult start to the season continued, as they suffered a THIRD consecutive defeat - this time in the UEFA Champions League away to Bayern Munich. But beyond the losses and goals conceded, it's the worrying lack of identity that has dominated the headlines. We discuss and dissect the state of affairs in the company of Deepanraj Ganesan, sports rep...

In this special edition of The Evening Runway, guest co-hosts May and Choy Wan discuss their life post MTV days in the corporate sector plus juggling motherhood and a thriving career.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.