The Afternoon Update Special: Former Irish PM Leo Varadkar on leadership in an age of uncertainty

In a world that’s becoming less predictable, leadership judgement matters more than ever — especially for small, open economies like Singapore. In a special conversation on The Afternoon Update, Lynlee Foo sits down with Leo Varadkar, former Prime Minister of Ireland and now a Global Advisor at Pe…

Industry Insight: AI Trends shaping modern quant strategies

Quant investing has moved from a niche financial strategy to a powerful force shaping today’s global markets. With artificial intelligence accelerating everything from signal discovery to risk management, investment firms are rethinking how portfolios are built, and how humans and machines work tog…

Industry Insight: Why 2026 could be the year ESG stops being optional in Southeast Asia

As 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…

Industry Insight: What oil and gold are signalling about the global economy in 2026

As 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, …

Good Tech: How an AI-scribe tool is giving veterinarians their time back

Paperwork 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 medic…

Industry Insight: Why Quick Commerce is no longer just about speed

Quick 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 platf…

Industry Insight: What 6G readiness really looks like for Singapore

According 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 …

Industry Insight: Why launching a new EV brand in Singapore is harder than ever

Singapore’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 …

Industry Insight: The rise of regenerative tourism in Southeast Asia

Regenerative 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…

Industry Insight: The C-suite playbook for business success in 2026

In 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 Ind…