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Big changes are coming to Singapore’s digital media scene. The New Paper known for its bold headlines and punchy stories is officially merging with citizen journalism platform STOMP. The result: a refreshed STOMP website that promises to blend the best of both worlds — sharp reporting and real, everyday voices. The revamp aims to draw in a younger generation of readers with a more dynamic look, faster site, and interactive features like polls and bite-sized explainers — all while keeping the spirit of community storytelling alive. So what can readers expect from this new chapter? How will it look, feel, and sound different? And what does “Real. Vocal. Impactful.” — the site’s new tagline — really mean in practice? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Joy Fang, Editor, Stomp, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iconic brands like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Cartier are facing slowing sales and falling share prices, but is this the end of an era or just a temporary pause? A new Morningstar report suggests it’s cyclical, not structural, and for savvy investors, that could mean opportunity. The big questions: how to reignite Chinese demand, appeal to younger shoppers, and spot the best investment plays in luxury right now. On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Jelena Sokolova, Senior Equity Analyst, Morningstar, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singaporeans are spending more on dental implants than ever before, and the market is booming. But most clinics still treat patients like numbers, offering quick fixes instead of long-term solutions. Tooth loss is rarely just about poor brushing habits. It’s a slow grind of lifestyle choices, delayed treatments and habits no one talks about. One clinic saw that gap. On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Dr Amanda Koh, Co-Founder and Clinical Director at toofus Dental, to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares dipped earlier today amid a mixed session in Asia. The Straits Times Index was down 0.11% at 4,432.65 points at 1.36pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$664.51M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Yangzijiang Financial, after the firm said yesterday that the Singapore Exchange greenlighted its proposed listing of YZJ Maritime Development and granted it a conditional eligibility-to-list. Elsewhere, from how China’s factory activity shrank for a seventh month in October, to how Disney’s networks went dark on Google’s pay-TV platform YouTube TV after negotiations to reach a licensing deal failed, more international and corporate headlines remained in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Benjamin Goh, Head of Research and Investor Education, SIAS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The countdown to the SEA Games starts now. As the Nations Cup 2025 gets underway at the OCBC Arena, Netball Singapore's K Mishalenee and Matilda Narayan tell Sports Minutes why the home tournament isn’t just a warm-up, it’s their stage to shine and a chance to gain winning momentum. Event information and tickets:https://ticketmaster.sg/activity/detail/25sg_nationscup Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gold’s record-breaking rally has finally hit pause. Prices have eased after soaring more than 30% since mid-August. Is this the start of a reversal… or just a healthy correction in a long-term bull run? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Joshua Rotbart, Founder and Managing Partner, J. Rotbart & Co., to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No degree, no say — that’s China’s latest rule for influencers. Talk about finance, law or health without proper qualifications, and you’re out. But could something like this ever work in Singapore? And what would happen if online credibility suddenly became a matter of law? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Keith Yap, Founder of Front Row Podcast, to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Imagine spending countless of hours at work stuck in endless approvals, chasing receipts and filling spreadsheets. What if AI could fix that? Genta AI Solutions is a company building custom AI Agents that plug straight into the tools companies already use, from Excel to SAP, to cut manual work, and free employees to focus on what actually matters. On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Komy, Founder of Genta AI Solutions, to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares dipped today as investors focused on a high profile meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping in South Korea. The Straits Times Index was down 0.21% at 4,430.67 points at 11.46am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$717.13M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Mapletree Industrial Trust, after the Reit reported a distribution per unit (DPU) of S$0.0318 for the second fiscal quarter ended Sep 30, 2025. Elsewhere, from the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point as expected, to US big tech earnings from Meta, Microsoft and Alphabet, more international and corporate headlines remained in focus. Also on deck – the Bank of Japan’s rate decision, the meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Nvidia’s US$5 trillion market valuation. Plus, how OpenAI is reportedly laying the groundwork for an initial public offering that could value the firm at up to US$1 trillion. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with David Chow, Director, Azure Capital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All eyes are on Seoul. As US President Donald Trump arrives for the final stop of his Asia tour, anticipation is building ahead of his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, a summit that could reshape the dynamics of trade and power in the region. What are the possible outcomes of this meeting? What can and cannot be solved? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Dr Chong Ja Ian, Assistant Professor of Political Science at the National University of Singapore, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Asia-Pacific’s real estate private credit market is on the rise. With US$11.2 billion raised between 2020 and 2024 and projections of up to US$110 billion growth by 2028, developers and investors are increasingly turning to non-bank lenders for speed, flexibility, and higher returns. From Australia to India, private credit is reshaping the region’s real estate financing landscape, and investors are taking notice. On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Simon Mathews, Director, Capital Advisory, Global Capital Markets, Knight Frank, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CClarity is an AI-powered writing assistant built for one purpose to help professionals sound like themselves on LinkedIn. Founded by Keith Teo, a former Grab product lead turned startup founder and agency owner, CClarity was born out of a simple but painful truth: building a great product or service isn’t enough if no one knows about it. After years of chasing leads, managing unpredictable revenue, and spending countless hours crafting posts that went nowhere, Keith realised that most professionals struggle not with what to say, but how to say it with clarity, confidence, and authenticity. The platform helps founders, sales leaders, and creators turn raw ideas into scroll-stopping thought leadership posts that feel human, not robotic. On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Keith Teo, Founder, CClarity, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares dipped today even as most Asian markets traded in the green. The Straits Times Index was down 0.34% at 4,435.25 points at 12.10pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$521.12M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Keppel REIT, after the manager of the Reit posted a 0.6 per cent lower distributable income of S$159.6 million for the first nine months of its financial year. Elsewhere, from Toyota Motor’s comments that it did not explicitly promise a new US$10 billion investment in the United States, to one last look at the expectations ahead of the US Federal Reserve’s next monetary policy move, more corporate and international headlines remained in focus. Plus – how Amazon is setting aside another US$5 billion for investment in South Korean data centres. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Thilan Wickramasinghe, Head of Equity Research, Maybank Securities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore’s goalkeeper crisis takes centre stage - with Zharfan struggling, Syazwan slipping, and Izwan sidelined, who can Gavin Lee trust between the sticks? Sports Minutes breaks down the Lions’ last line of defence, the Spence-to-Singapore rumours and all the key takeaways from Matchweek 5 of the SPL and the Singapore Cup format that has caused much furore. Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tokenisation – or the process of turning real-world assets into digital tokens – has moved from concept to reality in recent years. According to DBS Research, the tokenisation of real-world assets is at an inflection point towards exponential growth, with the market capitalisation of real-world asset tokens growing from virtually nothing five years ago to over US$25 billion as of August 2025. That figure is expected to rise further, with McKinsey estimating that the total tokenised market capitalisation could hit about US$2 trillion by the end of the decade. Trends driving the numbers include growing institutional adoption of digital assets, as well as increased regulatory clarity globally. Back home, the first Singapore dollar-backed stablecoin was also launched in September 2025, with reserves held with DBS Bank and Standard Chartered Bank. But what are the growth opportunities for the tokenisation of real-world assets and what does it mean for financial institutions like DBS? In this “On the Go” Special episode of “Under the Radar”, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian headed down to DBS’ Headquarters at Marina Bay Financial Centre to find out what’s next for the industry and how the bank is capitalising on the trend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

China and ASEAN have just taken their trade partnership to the next level with the ASEAN–China Free Trade Area 3.0. Two decades in the making, this upgraded pact now reaches into digital trade, green energy, and supply chain connectivity. Is it a bold step toward regional resilience and openness, or a deepening reliance on China amid rising global tensions? The big questions: Who really benefits, and how will this shape ASEAN’s role on the global stage? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Dr. Oh Ei Sun, Senior Fellow, Singapore Institute of International Affairs, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Digital currencies are moving beyond the fringes and into the heart of financial markets. Banks and asset managers are starting to explore their potential, yet adoption comes with questions around regulation, infrastructure, and risk.How ready are institutions to embrace this new landscape? What hurdles lie ahead? And what could the mainstreaming of stablecoins mean for the future of finance in Asia? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to William Lau, Head of Markets and Account Management, APAC, FIS, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

StaffAny is a workforce management platform purpose-built for businesses that rely on hourly and shift-based teams. Designed to bridge the gap between operations and HR, StaffAny helps companies streamline scheduling, time tracking, attendance, and payroll processes, all in one integrated solution. By combining real-time data, smart automation, and a mobile-first experience, StaffAny empowers teams across industries like F&B, retail, and logistics to reduce admin work, lower labor costs, and focus on what truly matters. On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Eugene Ng, Co-Founder & CRO, StaffAny, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares moved higher today even as most Asian markets traded lower. The Straits Times Index was up 0.4% at 4,458.06 points at 2.35pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.03B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Keppel Pacific Oak US Reit, after the US office-focused Reit posted distributable income of US$30.4 million for the third quarter ended Sep 30, down 14.8 per cent from US$35.7 million in the previous corresponding period. Elsewhere, from how Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and US President Donald Trump today signed a framework agreement for securing the supply of rare earths and what this means for US-China trade ahead of Trump’s meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, to how Amazon is reportedly planning to cut as many as 30,000 corporate jobs beginning today, more international and corporate headlines remained in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Too Jun Cheong, Dealing Manager from Moomoo Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The United Nations climate summit, COP30, will take place in Brazil this November amid growing concern that many countries have yet to submit their 2035 emissions reduction targets under the Paris Agreement. Fewer than a third of the nearly 200 parties have met the deadline, raising questions about global ambition and political will to tackle the climate crisis. Singapore, however, was among the first to submit its target, pledging to cut emissions to between 45 and 50 million tonnes by 2035, showing a steady path toward net zero by 2050. On The Big Story, Nadiah Koh speaks to Melissa Low, Research Fellow, Centre for Nature-based Climate Solutions, National University of Singapore and Head, NUS Sustainability Academy, to explore why some countries have yet to submit their 2035 climate targets ahead of COP30 and what Singapore’s early submission signals about its climate ambitions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singaporeans are rethinking what it means to retire. As more choose to design their own timelines, embracing ideas like micro-retirement and unretirement, a new kind of retirement flexibility is taking shape. But with only a third feeling financially ready, the question is whether their investment plans are evolving as fast as their ambitions. On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Nick Tong, Head of Southeast Asia Intermediary Distribution at T. Rowe Price, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Right Media is an AI-driven company founded by real estate veteran Rick Long, designed to reimagine how the property journey feels, not just how it performs. After 15 years in the industry, Rick saw that clients rarely struggle with a lack of information - they struggle with how fragmented and confusing the process feels. Right Media was born from that insight: to create clarity, calm, and confidence through design and intelligent technology. At its core, Right Media builds AI-powered interfaces that guide clients and agents through every stage of a property transaction from motivations to pricing strategy, from timelines to long-term goals, all within one shared, intuitive space. On The Right Business, Nadiah Koh speaks to Rick Long, Associate Senior Division Director, Huttons Asia, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares inched higher today, tracking advances seen in the region. The Straits Times Index was up 0.59% at 4,448.32 points at 1.07pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$677.25M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have ASL Marine, after the shipbuilder said it was working closely with the authorities regarding a fire at its Batam facility on Oct 15. Elsewhere, from how Asian markets surged on a breakthrough in US-China trade talks, with Japan and South Korea breaching key levels, to how Toyota saw worldwide production increase by more than 10 per cent in September, more international and corporate headlines in focus. Also on deck, a look ahead to corporate reports out of Singapore and the US this week. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does bigger, bolder, better really mean? Sports Minutes finds out from Netball Singapore's CEO Daniel Ho and Singlife's chief marketing officer Debra Soon - as they reveal how the 2025 Singlife Nations Cup will raise the bar for the sport in Singapore. Event information and tickets:https://ticketmaster.sg/activity/detail/25sg_nationscup Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marketing and communications has been an integral part of companies in shaping their brand image, selling values, advertising their products and services, which ultimately rings in the dollars and cents seen on balance sheets. But despite the importance of the profession, modern marketing as we know it to be is a relatively new field of business that took off only in the 1900s, with the widespread consumption of radio and television content. Our guest for today is one of the early players in the industry. Founded in 1901 in Tokyo, our guest for today is Dentsu, one of the largest global marketing and communications networks in the world. The Tokyo-listed company boasts a presence spanning across 110 countries and regions, and is said to combine the talents of its global network of leadership brands to develop impactful and integrated growth solutions for enterprise customers. That is particularly so through its landmark acquisition of UK-based Aegis Group for 3.2 billion British pounds back in 2012, and its purchase of US-based customer relationship management firm Merkle to expand its footprint and standing on the global stage. In Singapore, Dentsu operates as a strategic hub for Southeast Asia, and delivers what it calls end-to-end experience transformation for brands, people and society. Yet, Dentsu's rapid internationalisation moves come at a cost – the kinks involved in integrating acquisition targets have put a dent on financial performance. In August 2025, the firm reported an operating loss of 62 billion yen (S$540 million) for the quarter ended June, after booking an 86 billion yen impairment loss due to sluggish performance in the US and Europe. The company also said it will cut about 3,400 jobs in markets outside of Japan, or about 8 per cent of headcount in the region to streamline operations. And in that same month, a report by the Financial Times noted that Dentsu is considering selling its international business. So where are things at right now, and what would the recent developments mean for Dentsu’s Southeast Asia and Singapore’s operations? What would they mean for Dentsu's global growth ambitions too? On Under the Radar, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian posed these questions to Prakash Kamdar, CEO, Clients & Solutions, SEA, and CEO, Singapore, Dentsu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In February 2019, three-year-old Megan Khung began missing school. A year later, she was dead, after suffering physical and emotional abuse at the hands of her mother and the woman’s boyfriend. On Oct 23, a review panel appointed by the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) released a report that detailed the actions of the agencies involved in Megan’s case. It revealed that within a year, there were several lapses at various agencies – including the MSF’s Child Protective Service (CPS) and the police – that ultimately led to the tragedy. What were these lapses? Could we have done more to prevent her death? What can we learn to prevent another tragedy like this from happening again? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Cindy Ng, Director of Melrose Home, to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gold and silver have just seen their biggest drop in years, rattling investors and sending analysts back to the drawing board. Once tipped to hit $5,000 an ounce by 2026, gold’s outlook is now in question. Is this just a temporary pullback or the start of something bigger? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Alexandra Symeonidi, corporate credit analyst on William Blair's emerging markets debt (EMD) team, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most doctors stick to the script — steady careers, rising pay, and clear recognition. But Dr Yudara Kularathne took a different path. Once an emergency medicine specialist, he left the ER for Silicon Valley — with no salary — to pursue a bold mission: building AI systems to close healthcare’s most stigmatised gaps and transform care for a billion people. Now back in Singapore as the founder of AIGP Health, he’s using AI to redesign primary care, tackle clinician burnout, and improve patient outcomes. On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong spoke with Dr Yudara Kularathne, Co-Founder & CTO, AIGP Health, to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares inched higher today, tracking broad advances across the region. The Straits Times Index was up 0.26% at 4,427.77 points at 2.12pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$743.41M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have for you ST Engineering, after the defence and engineering group announced yesterday that it secured S$4.9 billion in new contracts in the third quarter of 2025. Elsewhere, from US President Donald Trump’s rhetoric on trade with Canada and China, to how Indonesia’s Chandra Asri Group is acquiring ExxonMobil’s network of Esso-branded petrol stations in Singapore, more international and corporate headlines remained in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Benjamin Goh, Head of Research and Investor Education, SIAS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Kluivert’s brief and bumpy spell in charge of Indonesia has ended - but the story goes far beyond one man’s tenure. As Singapore and Thailand also look for new national coaches, Indonesia’s experience serves as a warning and a window into the region’s deeper footballing flaws. What went wrong in Jakarta, and what can Southeast Asia learn from it? Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A lawyer had been ordered to pay $800 to his client’s opponent in a civil suit after a non-existent case generated by an artificial intelligence (AI) tool was found in his court documents. Now this is considered a landmark case, as law firms here are treating breaches of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) policies as potentially sackable offences. So what does this mean now? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Tris Xavier, Associate Director and Head of the Integrated Property Practice Group at Yuen Law LLC, to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Investors often bet on countries or sectors, but are they really seeing where the money flows? Short-term headlines can move markets, but the true drivers of returns lie elsewhere.The question is: where are your profits actually coming from? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Rob Hinchliffe, Portfolio Manager, Head of Global Sector Cluster Research, Pinebridge Investments, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dododots is a skincare brand that believes confidence doesn’t come from having perfect skin, it comes from being comfortable in your own. While the world chases flawless perfection, they're here for the real and the raw - the breakouts, the low days, the “I don’t want to be seen” mornings. Dododots is for those moments, reminding you that healing doesn’t need to be hidden. Their colourful, creative beauty patches are made from medical-grade hydrocolloid that helps cover, protect, and heal spots while you wear them. But unlike traditional patches that blend in, dododots are designed to stand out, turning blemishes into moments of self-expression. On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Ethan Wong, Co-Founder & COO, Dododots, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares nudged higher today as Asian markets traded mixed. The Straits Times Index was up 0.09% at 4,397.93 points at 11.56am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$474.69M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Sabana Reit, after it posted a 38.4 per cent rise in income available for DPU to S$0.0101 (1.01 Singapore cents) for its third quarter ended Sep 30. Elsewhere, from how both Singapore’s core and headline inflation rose more than expected in September, to how Tesla’s profit plunged more than expected – more economic and corporate headlines remained in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with Terence Wong, CEO, Azure Capital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paris, midday. In a matter of minutes, history vanished. The theft of Napoleonic-era artefacts from the Louvre has left France reeling, and investigators scrambling. The jewelry taken from the museum is estimated to be worth 88 million euros ($102 million), according to a French prosecutor, as the search continues for the stolen treasures. Are these priceless artefacts now gone for good? What's at stake for France’s cultural legacy? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with George Dyson, Associate Director, Control Risks, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Investors are no longer just talking about going green, they’re putting real money behind it. A new JLL survey shows that nine in ten investors in Asia Pacific now factor sustainability into their deals, and nearly half say they’ll only buy energy-efficient buildings within the next few years. But as the pressure shifts from green labels to real performance, what does this mean for property values and for investors holding older, less efficient assets? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Kamya Miglani, Head of Work Dynamics Research, Asia Pacific, JLL, to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not every success story begins with a master plan. Sometimes, it starts with someone on the floor, wiring things together just to make it work. That’s how Eunice Hong began. Today, her company OneSystems Technologies powers the unseen systems behind Singapore’s labs, data centres, and factories, delivering over a hundred projects across Asia and $36 million in contracts last year. But the journey wasn’t easy. So how did she turn it around and what keeps her grounded in an industry that never sleeps? On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Eunice Hong, Co-founder and CEO of OneSystems Technologies, to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares inched higher today even as most Asian markets recorded losses. The Straits Times Index was up 0.36% at 4,396.66 points at 2.13pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$826.55M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have CNMC Goldmine after gold and silver saw their steepest sell-off in years, with investors looking to lock their profits in. Elsewhere, from how a DBS’ Singapore report said the STI could rise to nearly 10,000 points by 2040, to how Airbus opened a second assembly line in China, more financial and corporate headlines remained in focus. Plus – how sources said Japan’s new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is preparing an economic stimulus package that is likely to exceed last year’s US$92 billion to help households tackle inflation. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Kelvin Wong, Senior Analyst, OANDA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matchweek 4 in the Singapore Premier League wasn’t just about results, it was about resurgence. Local players stole the show, VAR stirred debate, and the title race started to take shape. Sports Minutes unpacks it all in the company of Deepanraj Ganesan. Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) suffered a major outage that disrupted thousands of websites and apps worldwide, from banking and travel booking platforms to everyday services like coffee orders and social media. It was one of the most significant global internet disruptions since last year’s CrowdStrike malfunction that grounded flights and crippled hospital systems. While AWS has since restored its systems, the incident raises bigger questions about the fragility of the internet’s infrastructure, the risks of overreliance on a few cloud providers, and what businesses can do to protect themselves the next time something like this happens. So how did this all happen? What are the key lessons we can learn from this? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Shariff Ahmed, Director, Mind Master Solutions, to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The “Magnificent Seven” once defined the AI boom, powering Wall Street’s rally and shaping investor sentiment. But as the tech landscape evolves, some of these giants are losing their shine. So, is it time to move beyond the Mag Seven, and who could lead the next phase of the AI trade? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Helena Wang, Research Analyst at Phillip Securities Research, to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello Ello was born from a simple frustration - the endless buzz of “motion detected” alerts that rarely mean anything. And in a world filled with connected devices, true intelligence has too often been missing. Hello Ello bridges the gap between awareness and overwhelm by combining contextual intelligence with human-first design. The result is a security experience that feels less like a machine watching your home, and more like a thoughtful companion keeping it safe. Building on that vision, Ello Care brings the same calm intelligence to eldercare by turning ordinary home cameras into gentle caregivers that understand daily routines, notice irregularities, and offer reassurance when it matters most. On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks to ⁠Ivan Mun, Founder, Hello Ello, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.