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Is there a particular format required for a retirement speech? A song, an introduction and even some fun moments mentioned? What works? On That's How! Roshan Gidwani uncovers some key points that can help you figure out how to write a retirement speech.  Source: https://sg.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/how-to-write-retirement-speech

It’s all about the payments landscape today as we speak to a pioneer in Singapore’s fintech space. Make a guess – this company also has over 650 self-service kiosks across Singapore and handles over 650 million bill payments since its inception in the year 2000. We’re talking about bills for schools, government, hospitals, insurance, utilities and more. And users also use the kiosks to pay for their fines or as we call it here in Singaporean terms - “summons”. You might have guessed it by now, our guest is indeed payments provider AXS. AXS is an interesting company to look at because of various reasons surrounding its ownership, the changing business environment and recent partnerships.  In July 2023, DBS Bank had agreed to sell a 77.8 per cent stake in AXS to locally based private equity firm Tower Capital Asia. The move was said to provide AXS with the financial backing needed for its regional expansion and technological upgrades. But what should we know on this front, and what has been done one year since the news emerged? Meanwhile, to cater to changing consumer preferences and the increased need for integrated payments solutions, AXS came up with a newly launched app called AXS Drive to simplify parking payments without the need for physical cards. The question though is – how important is this for AXS financially?  On the partnerships front, the firm also teamed up with Aleta Planet to launch remittance service through UnionPay. But what were the reasons behind the move, and how much money is in this space? On Under the Radar, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian posed these questions to Jeffrey Goh, Group Chief Executive Officer, AXS. 

Tappeti Fine Hand-Crafted Rugs + Carpets is debuting The Tappeti Designer Collective, a stunning new collection created in collaboration with five renowned designers. This collection, launching on Oct 10 at The ArtHouse Singapore, reimagines the art of luxury rug-making, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. The collection not only showcases Tappeti's bespoke, handwoven creations but also highlights the distinct creative visions of each designer, offering a fresh take on modern luxury.  On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speak with Karinna Gobbo, Founder of Tappeti Fine Hand-Crafted Rugs + Carpets and Michael Fiebrich, Founder of Michael Fiebrich Design to find out more. 

A team at The University of Oxford is using tiny radar chips to track bee movements, aiming to help declining insect and bird populations. The Biotracks technology uses harmonic radar tags attached to bees with a drone receiver to improve understanding of pollinator behaviour. The technology can track insect activity from a few meters to an entire field, allowing scientists to better understand the impact of insect pollination on plant and animal populations. Also, Singapore's Science Centre Observatory is hosting a virtual viewing session on October 17 to catch a rare comet, Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-Atlas). The comet is expected to be most visible in the western part of the island from October 11 to October 22 with minimal light pollution.

Yes! But what’s it take? And what should we keep in mind? Getting a fine is not fun. Is it all for entertainment purposes? Press play because Roshan Gidwani, Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian shall spill the tea!  Get in touch with our anchors at rgidwani@sph.com.sg and hongbin@sph.com.sg.   

Singapore stocks began the day trading in positive territory, mirroring weekend gains in overseas markets.  In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose 0.6 per cent to 3,609.72 points after 39.5 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  In terms of companies to watch, we have ornamental fish service provider Qian Hu.  Shares of Qian Hu rose  to reach a seven-year high today after the company announced last week that its executive chairman Kenny Yap will retire at the end of the year. Elsewhere from more on Hotel Properties Limited and Lum Chang to how shares of Seven and i soared today – more corporate headlines remain in focus.  Also on deck – a deep dive into the blockbuster US jobs report we saw on Friday, and a lookahead into Samsung’s latest profit numbers. On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.

We’ve all seen it in the news, Singapore’s fine-dining scene continues to see a culling of Michelin-starred fine-dining restaurants as the last quarter of 2024 approaches. Has the purge only just begun? Will we see more closures in 2025?  How will the F&B scene continue to shape up in 2025, and what that means for you? On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong and Roshain Gidwani speak with Manu Gandotra, Director of Food & Beverage at Fairmont Singapore and Swissôtel The Stamford.

You want to let your colleagues know that you have what it takes.  Your performance at work may leave a last impression and alter your reputation.  So how do you show up at work and prove that you're there to excel? On That's How! Roshan Gidwani uncovers some key points that can help you figure out how to showcase strong work ethic.  Source: https://sg.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/work-ethic

Alvin Yap is the CEO and Co-Founder of Alteredverse, a virtual development platform that operates as part of YJP Surveyors’ subsidiary ventures. He currently leads the startup, drawing on his diverse expertise to build a cutting-edge digital twin metaverse powered by AI. Before founding Alteredverse, Alvin was a successful entrepreneur with extensive experience in the gaming, marketing, and creative sectors. He established a game development studio that earned recognition for its mobile games and later contributed to a marketing adtech firm and creative agency, where he made a significant impact. On R.I.C.H., Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks to Alvin Yap, CEO and Co-Founder, Alteredverse, explore his journey of starting over in a world where many face "game over," and how he continues to level up in the tech and gaming industry. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Japanese toymaker MegaHouse has unveiled a miniature Rubik's Cube, measuring just 0.3 grams across. The aluminum cube, made from a single face, is about a 1,000th of the original size, with each side measuring just 1.6 millimetres. Also, Mount Everest, the world's tallest mountain, continues to grow, reaching 8,849 meters in 2019. However, neighbouring Nepal's Nanga Parbat, which is 8,126 meters tall, can overtake it in 241,000 years, provided erosion rates remain constant.