Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

Robotics is more than just machines – it's about creating intelligent systems that can seamlessly integrate with our world and solve complex problems. Yet, many industries still struggle with adopting autonomous technologies due to the complexity and high costs involved. This is where dConstruct Robotics steps in. At the core of their innovation are solutions that are helping industries like construction, logistics, and search and rescue by providing advanced 3D mapping, autonomous navigation, and enhanced operational efficiency. On The Right Business, Nadiah Koh speaks with Chinn Lim, CEO and Co-Founder of dConstruct Robotics to find out more.   Presented by: Nadiah Koh Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) and Nadiah Koh Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Colossal Biosciences has announced the birth of three genetically engineered wolf pups, created using ancient DNA from dire wolf fossils. Though not exact replicas, these pups were developed by editing grey wolf genes to express traits once seen in the extinct Ice Age predator. The company is calling it the world’s first successful “de-extinction,” and sees this as a stepping stone toward reviving other lost species like the woolly mammoth and the dodo. Scientists behind the project say the goal isn’t perfect genetic restoration, but bringing back key ecological traits that once shaped ecosystems. On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Associate Professor Michael Knapp, University of Otago, New Zealand, to discuss Colossal Biosciences' work in reviving extinct species through genetic cloning.   Presented by: Hongbin Jeong 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!

Singapore stocks moved higher today, tracking gains across Asian markets.  The Straits Times Index rose 1.26% to 3,708.44 points at about 2.18pm Singapore time with a value turnover of S$872.35M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have CapitaLand Investment, after the real estate investment manager announced that it intends to launch its first real estate investment trust (Reit) in China, to be named CapitaLand Commercial C-Reit.  Elsewhere, from how Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company logged a forecast-beating 60 per cent leap in quarterly profit to project Stargate reportedly weighing a future investment in the UK – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus.   On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with Terence Wong, CEO, Azure Capital.

DBS has released its 2Q25 CIO Insights, highlighting a more cautious stance on U.S. equities amid fading exceptionalism, growing tech concentration risks, and rising geopolitical uncertainty. The report also points to renewed opportunities in Asia ex-Japan, resilient demand for gold, and structural shifts in private assets. And with market volatility intensifying on the back of Trump’s new tariffs, weaker consumer sentiment, and AI disruptions, what can investors take away from DBS’s latest asset allocation calls and how should they be positioning in the months ahead? On The Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Hou Wey Fook, CIO, DBS Bank, to find out.   Presented by: Hongbin Jeong Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) and Naz Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

The story of the credit card began in 1950, when business executive Frank McNamara had an unexpected moment of realization after forgetting his wallet during a dinner with clients. This simple mistake led to the creation of the Diners Club card, the first modern credit card, which allowed users to buy now, pay later.

Yatra Trauma Centre is a pioneering mental health clinic based in Southeast Asia, dedicated to treating the root causes of addiction through trauma-informed care. Unlike traditional rehabs that focus solely on behavioral symptoms, Yatra takes a trauma-first model, employing evidence-based therapies like EMDR, somatic practices, and nervous system regulation techniques to create real, lasting change. With a low clinician-to-client ratio, personalized treatment plans, and a strong emphasis on empathy, Yatra ensures every individual receives the support they need to recover fully and sustainably. On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Mike Miller, Founder & Clinical Director, Yatra Trauma Centre, to find out more.   Presented by: Hongbin Jeong Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

History has been made. The Lion City Sailors are the first Singapore football club to reach the final of a continental competition.And on this episode of Sports Minutes, we relive the momentous night in Sydney, where the Sailors lost 1-0 but still punched their ticket to the Asian Champions League Two final with a 2-1 aggregate win. What does this means for Singapore football, and is the dream treble still alive for the Sailors? Tune in as we hear from captain Hariss Harun, head coach Aleksandar Rankovic and Deepanraj Ganesan. READ MORE: Lion City Sailors reach historic Asian Champions League Two final Got a story to tell? Get in touch! raushan@sph.com.sg

With Nomination Day set for April 23, political parties are ramping up their presence on the ground, unveiling new candidates and sharpening their messages. And as the countdown begins, all eyes are on how each party is positioning itself from strategic walkabouts to social media campaigns. What do these moves signal about their broader game plans and how might they shape the battles ahead? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Dr Felix Tan, an independent political observer and analyst, to find out more.

Singapore shares opened lower this morning, as Asian markets struggled for direction midweek. By midday, the local banks traded mixed - DBS slipped 0.5%, OCBC was flat, and UOB inched up 0.2%. Still, the Straits Times Index managed to close higher, rising 1% to 3,662 points. In the US, renewed tariff tensions and prolonged negotiations among trade partners have rattled markets, stoking concerns over weakening business confidence and slowing consumer spending raising the risk of a potential recession. Meanwhile, the Magnificent 7 tech stocks - Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet and others, after strong gains in 2024, have posted lacklustre performances so far this year, prompting questions around growth sustainability. On Market View, Willie Keng speaks to Cedric Ho, Founder and Portfolio Manager at MAD Partnership, to discuss more.

SIX POINTS from their remaining SIX games, that’s all that stands in the way of Liverpool and the Premier League Title. But how have the Reds gone from the uncertainty of life after Jurgen Klopp to being on the cusp of coronation under Arr-neh Slot? Former Red John Arne Riise is in the Sports Minutes hot seat to tell us more. Got a story to tell? Get in touch! raushan@sph.com.sg