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New data show that more than 87,000 elderly Singaporeans now live alone — double the number a decade ago. How can technology help keep them safe without intruding on their privacy? On Good Tech , Lynlee Foo chats with Carlos Chacon, one of the creators of  Birdhouse — a discreet, award-winning motion sensor designed to watch over seniors living alone. Carlos shares the human story...

The Ministry of Social and Family Development’s Family Trends Report 2025 shows that just 56% of eligible fathers in Singapore took paternity leave last year. Despite expanded policies, nearly half still forgo their full entitlement. Why? Dr Kalpana Vignehsa of the Institute of Policy Studies at the National University of Singapore joins Lynlee Foo to explore workplace culture, hidden penalt...

As businesses expand across borders and customer expectations for real-time payments grow, treasury functions are no longer just about keeping cash safe — they’ve become a key driver of business strategy. On I ndustry Insight , Fabian Khoshbakht , Managing Director and Head of Treasury Services, Asia Pacific at BNY, shares how technology, data, and fintech partnerships are reshaping th...

Supermarkets are getting smarter — blending AI, data, and automation to create smoother shopping experiences and more efficient operations. At the heart of FairPrice Group’s Store of Tomorrow initiative are innovations like Vision AI, smart trolleys, and personalised recommendations, already being piloted at Sengkang Grand Mall and soon coming to Punggol Digital District. On Industry I...

Come October, travellers from Singapore will have easier access to Uzbekistan, with AirAsia X launching flights via Kuala Lumpur. Changi Airport Group too is exploring direct routes. But growing tourism beyond Tashkent into the country’s heritage cities takes more than flights. On Industry Insight , Lynlee Foo chats with former Money FM 89.3 host  Timothy Go , who calls the historic cit...

Despite inflation and economic headwinds, Singapore’s SMEs are defying the odds — growing revenue, hiring talent, and staying optimistic. But behind this resilience lies a digital backbone: cloud accounting. On Industry Insight , Koren Wines , Managing Director of Xero Asia , joins Lynlee Foo to unpack the findings of Xero’s latest 'The State of Small and Medium Businesses Singap...

When someone opens up about their struggles, many of us want to help—but don’t know how. Are You OK? is a mental wellness chatbot designed to guide peer supporters through difficult conversations with empathy and care. On Good Tech , Benny Lim , UX designer and project lead behind Are You OK? , shares how the tool uses AI, professional input, and real-world peer support practices to he...

Malaysia’s long-delayed Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) system kicked into enforcement today (1 Jul, 2025)— and within the first hour, 10 Singapore drivers were fined. On Viewpoint , The Straits Times journalist Harith Mustaffa joins us from Johor Bahru, where he observed the rollout firsthand. We unpack what went wrong, why some motorists were caught off guard, and what this might mean for...

A compilation of 16 billion stolen credentials is now circulating online—posing a massive risk to businesses, even if they weren’t directly breached. In this episode of Industry Insight , Bernard Montel Technical Director and Security Strategist from cybersecurity risk and exposure management firm  Tenable breaks down how attackers exploit these credentials at scale using automati...

Singapore’s URA Draft Master Plan 2025 presents a clear roadmap for urban growth, climate resilience, and integrated living — but what does it all mean for the property sector? On Industry Insight , Leonard Tay , Head of Research at Knight Frank Singapore , breaks down the long-term implications for developers, investors, and landowners. From the game-changing relocation of Paya Lebar...

Ever wondered why your overseas order is delayed—or why you are suddenly asked to pay more at the door? You’re not alone. Surprise import fees and delivery friction are frustrating shoppers everywhere. On Industry Insight, we unpack the cross-border shipping puzzle with Luke Li , APAC Marketing and Digital Experience Director at UPS . He explains how businesses can fix fee transparency...

With global growth slowing and geopolitical shocks mounting, what are Singapore’s real economy sectors doing to stay resilient? Chris Roberts, Partner for Infrastructure, Government, Healthcare and Manufacturing Tax at KPMG Singapore , joins Lynlee Foo to share insights from the ground—how companies are re-evaluating supply chains, pricing volatility into infrastructure decisions, and...

Stablecoins, tokenised wallets, and embedded finance are shaping how consumers pay today. On Industry Insight , Dayna Leng, Chief Marketing Officer of DCS Card Centre , chats with Lynlee Foo to unpack how Web3 payment trends are moving from hype to everyday use. Dive into the shift from credit to ownership-based spending, the rise of prepaid and micro-credit cards, and why stablecoins like USDT an...

As electric vehicles gain traction in Singapore, motor insurance is undergoing a quiet transformation. In this episode of Industry Insight , Lynlee Foo speaks with Cecilia Siah, Vice President and Head of Motor Business at Income Insurance , to explore how the EV boom is reshaping insurance policies, premiums, and customer expectations. We unpack the risks unique to EVs — from high battery r...

Medical Social Workers are on the frontlines of patient care—navigating not only complex health situations but also emotional, financial, and social struggles. Yet, after each patient conversation, they face another demanding task: translating these deeply personal stories into clinical documentation. With heavy caseloads and a growing admin burden, burnout is becoming an all-too-common real...

Consumers in Southeast Asia expect payments to be fast, seamless — and increasingly, intelligent. On Industry Insight , Ben Wong , General Manager for Southeast Asia and Hong Kong at Adyen , joins Lynlee Foo to explore how AI, embedded finance, and unified infrastructure are transforming the way businesses manage payments and customer experiences. From invisible checkouts to data-driven frau...

Nanyang Polytechnic has introduced Singapore’s first cross-school Common Entry Programme across Business, IT, and Engineering — giving students more flexibility to discover their interests before choosing a diploma. But could this also reflect a broader shift in how education prepares students for the future of work? Russell Chan, Principal and CEO of NYP , joins Lynlee Foo to explore...

In this episode of Good Tech , we shine a spotlight on Better.sg — the volunteer-driven non-profit harnessing the power of technology to solve real-world social challenges in Singapore. Since 2020, they’ve been quietly building bridges between skilled professionals and causes that need them most. Joining us is Xin Yi Yap, Projects and Operations Manager at Better.sg , who shares how th...

Institutional DeFi is no longer just a thought experiment—it’s taking shape behind closed doors and in pilot projects across the globe. On Industry Insight ,  Xin Song, CEO of GSR, a global leader in digital asset markets joins Lynlee Foo to unpack why major financial institutions are getting serious about decentralised finance. From Singapore’s Project Guardian to Blac...

Why are non-tech players—from real estate developers to sovereign wealth funds—pouring billions into data infrastructure across Asia? On Industry Insight , Jennifer Tay , PwC Asia Pacific Infrastructure leader and PwC Singapore Partner joins Lynlee Foo to discuss the forces reshaping the market: from AI-driven demand and energy constraints to ESG mandates and sovereign fund strategies....

What happens when AI goes viral — but the rules haven’t caught up? From Ghibli-style art generators to powerful large language models, generative AI is raising big questions around copyright, consent, energy use, and accountability. As businesses race to deploy these tools, who’s thinking about governance? IBM’ s Stephen Braim, Vice President Governmental & Regulat...

Is your next home climate-resilient? Do rental listings reveal hidden bias? And how much influence do digital platforms have over what we see — or don’t — in the housing market? As cities across Southeast Asia expand and temperatures rise, property listings are no longer just about price and location. Increasingly, they reflect deeper concerns—like climate risk, rental bias...

What does “good government” look like in an age of complex global challenges? As geopolitical tensions rise, governments face growing pressure not just to lead, but to perform. On Viewpoint , Wu Wei Neng, CEO of the Chandler Institute of Governance , shares findings from the 2025 Chandler Good Government Index. From Singapore’s rise to the top, to surprising leaps from the U...

At NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show Asia Pacific, the buzz wasn’t just about AI and immersive commerce—it was about how travel is reshaping retail. 'Live' from Marina Bay Sands, Industry Insight dives into the latest travel and retail trends in Asia Pacific with Mastercard 's Chief Economist David Mann. From currency-savvy Singaporean travelers boosting footfall in Tokyo and Osaka, to...

What does retail in Asia Pacific look like in 2025? 'Live' from NRF 2025 APAC at Marina Bay Sands, the region's biggest retail conference,  George Pepes of APAC Vertical Solutions Lead for Healthcare and Retail, Zebra Technologies joins  The Afternoon Update 's Lynlee Foo to unpack how AI-powered mobile solutions, intelligent inventory management, and real-time workforce tools are r...