From voice-controlled devices to communication software, Assistive Technologies (AT) are transforming independence and opportunity for persons with disabilities (PWDs). As Singapore pushes ahead with its Smart Nation goals, what does digital inclusion really mean — and who might be left behind if we don’t get it right? 

On Good Tech, Lynlee Foo speaks to Chong Kwek Bin, Manager for Innovation Division (Accessibility & Assistive Technology) at SG Enable to learn how we can help persons with disabilities live, work, and connect more freely than ever before.

From voice-controlled devices to communication software, Assistive Technologies (AT) are transforming independence and opportunity for persons with disabilities (PWDs). As Singapore pushes ahead with its Smart Nation goals, what does digital inclusion really mean &mdash; and who might be left behind if we don&rsquo;t get it right?&nbsp;
On Good Tech, Lynlee Foo speaks to Chong Kwek Bin, Manager for Innovation Division (Accessibility &amp; Assistive Technology) at SG Enable to learn how we can help persons with disabilities live, work, and connect more freely than ever before.

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Stay in the know with programs such as Viewpoint and Industry Insights in property, cryptocurrency, aviation, and shipping. We delve into the latest news, current events, and market updates to provide you with valuable insights into making informed financial decisions.

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MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore&rsquo;s first and only Business and Personal Finance station. MONEY FM is a 24-hour English talk format station featuring local and international business and financial news. We provide you with financial market and currency updates and insights from analysts, economists, policy makers, industry experts and business owners.
In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore’s first and only Business and Personal Finance station.

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With millions lost to renovation disputes over the years, homeowners often feel exposed navigating Singapore’s renovation market. On Viewpoint, Lynlee Foo speaks with Joel Wong, founder of IDLah.sg, who shares insights from working closely with homeowners and interior designers on why renovation scams and disputes keep surfacing - and what homeowners can realistically do to reduce risk and regain confidence.

With millions lost to renovation disputes over the years, homeowners often feel exposed navigating Singapore&rsquo;s renovation market. On Viewpoint, Lynlee Foo speaks with Joel Wong, founder of IDLah.sg, who shares insights from working closely with homeowners and interior designers on why renovation scams and disputes keep surfacing - and what homeowners can realistically do to reduce risk and regain confidence.

Viewpoint: Why renovation scams keep happening and homeowners feel exposed

The festive season brings more shopping, more deliveries — and far more messages on our phones. But as new threat research shows, scams today do not stand out anymore. They are deliberately designed to feel familiar, routine and credible.

In this Industry Insight conversation, The Afternoon Update's Lynlee Foo speaks with Tom Scully, Principal Architect for Japan-Asia Pacific at Palo Alto Networks, about why scam activity spikes at year end and why it is no longer just about higher transaction volumes.

Listen and learn about how scam tactics are evolving, what has quietly changed in the way these attacks are timed and designed, and what that means as we head into the new year.

The festive season brings more shopping, more deliveries &mdash; and far more messages on our phones. But as new threat research shows, scams today do not stand out anymore. They are deliberately designed to feel familiar, routine and credible.
In this Industry Insight conversation, The Afternoon Update's Lynlee Foo speaks with Tom Scully, Principal Architect for Japan-Asia Pacific at Palo Alto Networks, about why scam activity spikes at year end and why it is no longer just about higher transaction volumes.
Listen and learn about how scam tactics are evolving, what has quietly changed in the way these attacks are timed and designed, and what that means as we head into the new year.

Industry Insight: Why festive scams no longer look suspicious, by design

Technology doesn’t have to be flashy to be powerful.

In this Good Tech Highlights edition, The Afternoon Update's Lynlee Foo and producer Nazirul Asrar reflect on three standout conversations that show how technology, when guided by purpose, can genuinely improve lives in Singapore.

From assistive wearable technology designed to support people with visual impairment, to a home-grown AI medical scribe built by a 17-year old to ease doctors’ workloads, and an education-focused AI tool helping students think more critically - these innovations share one thing in common: they start with real human problems.

Technology doesn&rsquo;t have to be flashy to be powerful.
In this Good Tech Highlights edition, The Afternoon Update's Lynlee Foo and producer Nazirul Asrar reflect on three standout conversations that show how technology, when guided by purpose, can genuinely improve lives in Singapore.
From <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/moneyfm-afternoon-show/good-tech-a-visual-companion-empowering-blind-singaporeans-using-ai">assistive wearable technology</a> designed to support people with visual impairment, to a <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/moneyfm-afternoon-show/good-tech-how-a-17-year-old-cracked-the-code-of-notetaking-with-sgscribe">home-grown AI medical scribe </a>built by a 17-year old to ease doctors&rsquo; workloads, and an&nbsp;<a href="https://omny.fm/shows/moneyfm-afternoon-show/good-tech-complementing-traditional-learning-with-checks-ai-tutor-bot">education-focused AI tool </a>helping students think more critically - these innovations share one thing in common: they start with real human problems.

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