The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo
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Stay in the know with programs such as Viewpoint and Industry Insights in property, cryptocurrency, aviation, and shipping. We delve into the latest news, current events, and market updates to provide you with valuable insights into making informed financial decisions.
MAR 25, 2025
25/03/25 - Market View: Asian FX and Trump's tariff volatilityThe US dollar is strengthening with investors seeking safe-haven assets. Conversely, Asian currencies are under pressure ahead of US President Donald Trump's April 2 tariffs. How will the US tariffs and developments impact Asian currency markets including the Singapore dollar and emerging currencies such as the Chinese yuan and Indian rupee? Yeap Junrong, Market Strategist at forex provider IG shares his views.
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MAR 24, 2025
24/03/25 - Industry Insight: Navigating the maritime future: Digitalisation and securitySingapore Maritime Week 2025 kicked off this week (24 - 28 March). With maritime security and digitalisation being critical priorities in Southeast Asia, what are the cutting-edge innovations in the shipping and logistics sectors that are making waves?
Estonia is known for its well-developed maritime industry, strategic location on the Baltic Sea. What lessons can Singapore and Southeast Asia learn from Estonia following the recent disruptions to undersea cables in the Baltic Sea that have highlighted vulnerabilities in critical maritime infrastructure? Kaupo Läänerand, Deputy Secretary General for Maritime and Water Affairs at the Estonian Ministry of Climate shares the country's expertise in AI-driven maritime surveillance, port digitalisation, and cybersecurity.
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MAR 21, 2025
21/03/25 - Industry Insight: Why Singapore travellers are flocking to Western AustraliaWestern Australia ranked #1 for Singaporean visitors in APAC and #2 globally in 2024, with a 19% surge in travellers. What’s fuelling this growing love for WA, and what’s next for 2025? Ava Ang, Country Head for Singapore & Malaysia at Tourism Western Australia, joins us to explore travel trends, new experiences, and what makes WA a must-visit destination.
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MAR 20, 2025
20/03/25 - Industry Insight: The future of aviation services in Southeast AsiaWith passenger numbers in Southeast Asia set to hit 564 million by 2025, what trends and innovations are shaping the region’s airports? From digitalisation to sustainability, James Wong, Senior Vice President for Southeast Asia & China atglobal leader in aviation services Menzies Aviation, provides insights into the rapid growth of the industry in Southeast Asia, the future of airport operations and the surging air cargo demand. James also shares his views on why, beyond carbon reduction and efficiency, it is important for the industry to contribute in a meaningful way back to society while providing a high level of service and efficiency to meet the needs of not just its stakeholders but also the communities that it serves.
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MAR 19, 2025
19/03/25 - Good Tech: Encouraging seniors to stay active at gyms through technologySingapore is rapidly ageing and by 2030, one in four citizens will be aged 65 or above. Technology can play a part in addressing the challenges and opportunities of an ageing population. While there has been an increased number of gyms specially designed for seniors located across the country, more can be done to encourage the elderly to stay active and fit.
GymLah, a senior-focused gym booking app aims to simplify class scheduling and progress tracking for both instructors and seniors. Co-founders Enelton Satria and Clevon Wong share their innovation story and how GymLah can empower seniors to stay fit with the app as well as their vision for the future of digital solutions in healthy ageing.
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MAR 19, 2025
19/03/25 - Industry Insight: How neuroscience and AI are redefining HR practicesWhat if you could predict who will thrive in your organisation — not based on resumes, but by understanding how their brain works? In human resource management, neuroscience and AI are increasingly being used to gain deeper insights into employee behaviour, decision-making, and performance. Parul Sharma, Global Head of HR Business Partnering for Group Functions, The Economist Group shares more about the potential of neuroscience and AI in redefining HR practices.
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MAR 18, 2025
18/03/25 - Industry Insight: How are insurers future-proofing their business?Market intelligence projects Singapore’s insurance market to reach US$53.11 billion in 2025. In the face of economic uncertainties, technological shifts, and evolving regulations, how are insurers approaching their investment strategies to balance risk, returns, and long-term stability? David Chua, Chief Investment Officer of Income Insurance, joins us to discuss the latest trends, investment strategies, and what they mean for the industry and policyholders.
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MAR 17, 2025
17/03/25 - Industry Insight: UK's commercial property - Top asset classes to invest inAs global real estate markets evolve, the UK commercial property sector continues to attract strong interest from overseas investors seeking diversification and stable returns. A look at the key sectors driving growth, how Singapore-based funds are approaching UK investments and what to consider when navigating the UK’s commercial real estate landscape. James Young, Head of Investor Services for APAC, as well as Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, at global commercial real estate firm Cushman & Wakefield shares his insights.
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MAR 14, 2025
14/03/25 - Industry Insight: 'Ne Zha 2' - What's fuelling its box office-smashing success?Chinese animated blockbuster 'Ne Zha 2' flies high at the box office, making history as the highest-grossing animated film worldwide, exceeding US$2 billion (S$2.7 billion) in global earnings. It has surpassed “Inside Out 2,”, becoming the first non-Hollywood production to crack the global all-time top 10 box office chart. In Singapore, it broke box-office records hitting the $2 million mark within days of its opening, the first China-made film to have done so. Why are such Chinese films performing so well in Singapore and the broader Southeast Asia region? Joyce Lee, Managing Director of Encore Films, which is the distributor of 'Ne Zha 2' in Southeast Asia shares insights into the surge in popularity of Chinese films.
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MAR 13, 2025
13/03/25 - Industry Insight: Providing SMEs global opportunities with seamless paymentsThe payments landscape is undergoing a major transformation, with emerging markets leading the charge in innovation. From low-cost mobile money solutions to differentiated banking models, Asia is redefining cross-border transactions. But what trends are driving this rapid evolution, and how can SMEs adapt?
Nagesh Devata, Senior Vice President of Asia at Payoneer, shares insights into developments in fintech that are reshaping global trade, the impact of economic volatility, and what the future holds for cross-border payments.
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