CNA938 Rewind

A recent public consultation on COE matters resulted in a majority supporting a proposed 'feebate' scheme, with most respondents favouring a five-band system to distinguish between mass-market and luxury cars. In light of that, could it look more likely that the future roads of Singapore will see a wave of similar low-cost cars being driven, and could that result in certain trade-offs? Daniel Mart...

On ‘The Ask’, Daniel Martin finds out from Aaron Chew, Investment Counselor, Citigold Private Client, Citibank Singapore, if South Korea’s tax delay proves that nations cannot enforce digital asset taxes effectively without global, automated information-sharing frameworks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Investors are digesting fresh financial signals from Japan, the Philippines and Malaysia, alongside shifting oil and gold prices following the U.S midterm elections. Daniel Martin gets into the details with Aaron Chew, Investment Counselor, Citigold Private Client, Citibank Singapore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's something brewing at Sentosa, and it's more than just beer! From freshly brewed tank-to-tap pints and wood-fired cooking to live music and brewery tours, People People Brewing Co. is bringing a new kind of social experience to the island. On Eat Drink Singapore, Hui Wong goes behind the tanks to discover the craft of brewing beer in Singapore and what makes a great pint with Nick Calder-Sc...

Businesses are investing heavily in AI infrastructure, but are they getting their money's worth? From expensive GPUs sitting idle to rising data-centre costs, Hui Wong looks at the hidden costs of the AI infrastructure boom, how companies can get better returns on their investments, and what Singapore and ASEAN can learn from developments in other markets with Henry Kho, Area Vice President and Ge...

In the US Midterm polls, the Democrats have won control of both the House and Senate. They secured at least 237 seats in the House, needing 218 for a majority. The party also flipped at least seven Senate seats in red states and battlegrounds, including Kansas, Texas, Ohio, Maine and South Carolina - winning 54 seats. For the latest, Andrea Heng and Keith de Souza speak with Samuel Garrett, Senior...

A proposed Build-to-Rent housing model could offer young Singaporeans another option beyond living with their parents, renting privately or waiting to buy an HDB flat. Andrea Heng and Keith de Souza examine the shifting patterns of home rental and ownership among young Singaporeans, how the scheme might work, who should qualify, what rents could be affordable and where these homes should be locate...

On today's markets analysis on Open For Business, Andrea Heng and Keith de Souza speak with Homin Lee, Senior Macro Strategist at Lombard Odier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

China is rolling out fresh measures to revive its struggling stock market after the benchmark CSI 300 Index plunged 8.5% in October. But will cheaper financing and increased market support restore investor confidence, or are deeper economic challenges standing in the way of a sustained recovery? Andrea Heng and Keith de Souza speak with Jason Bedford, Visiting Senior Research Fellow, East Asi...

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...