The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo
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JAN 30, 2026
30/01/26 - Industry Insight: Why 2026 could be the year ESG stops being optional in Southeast AsiaAs ESG faces pushback globally, Southeast Asia is heading into a defining moment. From boardrooms to suppliers, ESG requirements are cascading through organisations, and stakeholders need to prepare for as scrutiny and standards tighten.
On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to Jozsef Acabo, Vice-President at ESGpedia to find out why 2026 is shaping up to be an inflection year for ESG readiness in the region.
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JAN 29, 2026
29/01/26 - Industry Insight: What oil and gold are signalling about the global economy in 2026As global markets send mixed signals, commodities are telling a deeper story about where the world economy is headed. Oil reflects shifting energy demand and geopolitical risk while gold remains a barometer of uncertainty. So what do these signals mean for Singapore as a trading, energy-importing, and investment hub?
On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to Marc Ostwald, Chief Economist & Global Strategist, ADM Investor Services International Limited to find out how do these signals serve as early-warnings for supply chain stress, energy transitions, and changing investment flows?
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JAN 28, 2026
28/01/26 - Good Tech: How an AI-scribe tool is giving veterinarians their time backPaperwork is the worst part of any job—but for veterinarians, it can take up to 40 hours a month. But what if there was a way to spend less time on forms and more time with furry patients? That’s where Broby comes in.
Two Singapore Polytechnic students banded together to build an AI-powered medical scribe that listens to a vet’s examination and instantly creates fully formatted consultation notes.
On Good Tech, Lynlee Foo speaks to Kuramochi Hyuga & Caleb Yap, Co-Founders of Broby to find out how this tech is changing the way vets work.
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JAN 28, 2026
28/01/26 - Industry Insight: Why Quick Commerce is no longer just about speedQuick commerce isn’t just about speed and convenience anymore. Shoppers are buying bigger baskets, choosing housebrands, and cooking smarter at home, and this signals a shift in how grocery shopping fits into daily life. As shoppers buy more intentionally, changing consumer habits are pushing platforms to rethink what “fast” really means.
On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to Axelle Guibert, Director of Quick-Commerce, foodpanda Singapore to find out more about the next phase of on-demand grocery delivery for shoppers, riders, and the business.
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JAN 27, 2026
27/01/26 - Industry Insight: What 6G readiness really looks like for SingaporeAccording to the Ericsson Mobility Report (Nov 2025), Singapore is seen as a reference market for next-generation connectivity. While the world looks ahead to 6G, Singapore is already testing the future through real-world 5G Standalone deployments.
On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to Daniel Ode, Head of Ericsson Customer Unit Singapore, Philippines & Brunei, and Head of Global Customer Unit Singtel to find out what today’s network investments mean for long-term competitiveness — and for businesses on the ground.
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JAN 26, 2026
26/01/26 - Industry Insight: Why launching a new EV brand in Singapore is harder than everSingapore’s electric vehicle market is starting to mature — and that's raising the bar for new brands entering the space. Beyond importing cars and opening a showroom, what does it really take to launch a new EV brand today?
On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to Soh Ming, Founder and Managing Director of Volt Auto, and the exclusive distributor for Dongfeng Singapore to find out how has the distributor’s role fundamentally transformed in the EV era.
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JAN 23, 2026
23/01/26 - Industry Insight: The rise of regenerative tourism in Southeast AsiaRegenerative tourism is changing the way we travel in Southeast Asia. It is a movement where tourism doesn’t just sustain local communities and ecosystems but actively restores them. More than just visiting, travelers are now contributing directly to environmental restoration, community development, and cultural preservation.
On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to Jef Moons, Founder of Knai Bang Chatt by Kep West to find out how businesses are shaping experiences that benefit both visitors and the places they visit.
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JAN 22, 2026
22/01/26 - Industry Insight: The C-suite playbook for business success in 2026In 2026, the workplace is transforming faster than ever. From AI-driven productivity to hybrid and flexible work models, Asia Pacific’s top executives are rethinking how work gets done, how talent is retained, and how costs are managed. So what strategies are driving growth in the new year?
On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to Lars Wittig, Senior Vice President for Asia Pacific, International Workplace Group to find out how C-Suites can future-proof their businesses in an uncertain economic landscape.
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JAN 21, 2026
21/01/26 - Good Tech: Gamifying physiotherapy for healthy ageingRehabify is reimagining physiotherapy for an ageing society. Using computer vision and AI, the Singapore-based startup turns rehabilitation and senior fitness into interactive, game-like experiences that track movement with just a camera — no wearables required.
On Good Tech, Lynlee Foo speaks to Lim Jian Ping & Reyes Ng, Co-Founders of Rehabify to find out how they are making healthcare more engaging, scalable, and accessible.
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JAN 21, 2026
21/01/26 - Industry Insight: How storage is unlocking real-time AI decision-makingAI video analytics is rapidly moving from experimental technology to everyday business tool — powering smarter cities, safer workplaces, more efficient retail, and real-time operational decision-making. But behind every intelligent video system lies a less visible — yet increasingly critical — foundation: data storage.
On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to Melyssa Banda, Senior Vice President, Edge Storage and Services, Seagate to find out why storage is no longer just an IT backend concern but as a strategic enabler of real-time insights, business resilience, and competitive advantage.
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