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Using artificial intelligence to overcome language barriers through human-like machine translation. That is what we are going to talk about today.  Founded in 2017, our guest DeepL is a global communications startup powered by Language AI.  Language AI, for context, is a field of artificial intelligence that looks at getting computers to understand and communicate in the human language. Now, back to DeepL, the German company works on human sounding translations and intelligent writing suggestions for enterprises across 32 global languages, and is said to be able to translate with pinpoint accuracy, accounting for industry-specific terminology and situational context.  Since its founding, DeepL has enabled over 100,000 businesses to transform communications, reach new markets and improve productivity.  The company is seen as a competitor to Alphabet’s Google Translate. It is also backed by a number of notable names including a fund from Mark Zuckerberg’s family office and Index Ventures.  Its valuation? A whopping US$2 billion as of May this year.  Aside from the big numbers, DeepL is also seeing a number of exciting developments of late. The company had in late July launched traditional Chinese as a language option as it looks to double down on its presence in Asia.  But why did DeepL choose to offer this rather niche language used mostly in Hong Kong and Taiwan, and how far will this help it compete against major Chinese technology giants  such as Baidu and Tencent which provide translation tools in simplified Chinese? Meanwhile, the firm had also in the same month launched a language model that is said to outperform GPT-4, Google and Microsoft for translation quality. But how will this set the stage for DeepL as it pursues future growth? On Under the Radar, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian posed these questions to Jarek Kutylowski, CEO and Founder, DeepL.

Camille is Sentosa’s premier French-Japanese restaurant, located in the charming 1-Flowerhill establishment. Named after Claude Monet’s lover and muse, Camille offers a unique and romantic dining experience that beautifully blends French elegance with Japanese simplicity. On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks to Lamley Chua, Executive Chef - Head of Asian Cuisine Development, 1-Group, to share more. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) and Aaron Lam Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Lim Tian Wee left the corporate world to join his family tea business as the fourth-generation owner of a major tea trading company, Lim Lam Thye. ⁠ ⁠ With nothing but a small loan of $2,000, Tian Wee founded Gryphon Tea, to shine the spotlight on high-quality premium blended teas. On R.I.C.H, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speak with Lim Tian Wee, Founder Gryphon Tea to find out how he grew a local brand into an international business raking in multi-million dollar revenues. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Feature produced and edited by: Nadiah Koh and Aaron Lam Do you have a story to tell on The Evening Runway show? Contact nadkoh@sph.com.sg

The Olympics are back after four years, and Team Singapore is participating with 23 athletes competing in 11 sports. To celebrate and support these athletes, a new mural has been unveiled at Kampong Glam. This mural, created by renowned graffiti artist Ceno, honors the passion and dedication of Team Singapore's athletes. On What's Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks to Mohammad Azlan Ramlan aka Ceno2, Graffiti Fine Artist and Low Jiaren, Deputy Chief of the Singapore Sport Institute, to share more about the creation of this olympic mural. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Nadiah Koh (nadkoh@sph.com.sg) and Aaron Lam Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Leonardo Dicaprio’s girlfriend has been seen wearing a ring on THAT finger. What could this mean? Roshan Gidwani, Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian spill the tea! Get in touch with our anchors at  rgidwani@sph.com.sg, chuatt@sph.com.sg and hongbin@sph.com.sg.

Singapore shares opened lower this morning, despite US and Europe indices rallying overnight. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) fell 0.4 per cent to 3,443.49 points after 59.4 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have UOB. The bank said today that its net profit for its second quarter rose due to double-digit fee income growth and lower credit allowances.  Elsewhere, from SIA’s latest first quarter profit to a preview of Apple’s latest earnings – more corporate headlines remain in focus.  Of course – we can’t forget about Jerome Powell and how the US Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate at 5.25 to 5.5 per cent.  On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with David Chow, Director Azure Capital.

Regardless of whether you're looking for an entry-level or a senior role, you may most likely undergo an interview before obtaining a job offer. A job interview allows you to demonstrate your personal credentials and leave a favourable impression on the hiring manager. But how exactly do you do that? How can you leave a memorable impression? On That's How, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani uncover the secrets on how you can ace your next job interview and secure the job with Adrian Choo, CEO and Founder, Career Agility International.

Cheryl, a passionate collector of Harry Potter memorabilia, Disney, and Star Wars, began her hobby in her 20s and has since visited every Disney Park worldwide.  For her, collecting is not just a hobby, but a celebration of the magical worlds that inspire her. On R.I.C.H., Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks to Cheryl Ma, Avid Harry Potter collector, to share more about what's so magical about collecting Harry Potter. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) and Aaron Lam Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Mr. Bucket Chocolaterie offers a unique and immersive chocolate experiences perfect for chocolate enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike. Specialising in private events, Mr. Bucket provides curated chocolate experiences ideal for team building, corporate events, or special celebrations. They're also hosting a special DIY Chocolate Bar Making and Asian Chocolate Tasting Workshop. On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks to Jerome Penafort, CEO and Founder, Mr. Bucket Chocolaterie, to share more. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) and Aaron Lam Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

On What's Trending, TV dinners, often associated with processed meals, may not be as healthy as they seem. Studies suggest that habitually eating while watching TV is not good for us, as our wider environment plays a crucial role in our diets. Research shows a link between watching TV and a higher risk of obesity due to lower levels of exercise. Also, as of June 2023, the oil and bunker dealer position in Singapore pays the highest salary, with a typical gross remuneration of $14,911 per month. According to Ministry of Manpower (MOM) yearly occupational wage data, this position was the most paid. And in 2023, Singapore's ports had record bunker sales, which increased the profits for traders in this industry.