The US dollar is strengthening with investors seeking safe-haven assets. Conversely, Asian currencies are under pressure ahead of US President Donald Trump's April 2 tariffs. How will the US tariffs and developments impact Asian currency markets including the Singapore dollar and emerging currencies such as the Chinese yuan and Indian rupee? Yeap Junrong, Market Strategist at forex provider IG shares his views.

The US dollar is strengthening with investors seeking safe-haven assets. Conversely, Asian currencies are under pressure ahead of US President Donald Trump's April 2 tariffs. How will the US tariffs and developments impact Asian currency markets including the Singapore dollar and emerging currencies such as the Chinese yuan and Indian rupee? Yeap Junrong, Market Strategist at forex provider IG shares his views.

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Market View: Asian FX and Trump's tariff volatility

For YouTube, which has about 332 million users in Southeast Asia, its video shopping features are proving to be a hit with consumers. Following its success in Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam, it has recently expanded its Shopping Affiliate Program with Shopee to Singapore, giving local content creators an additional alternative revenue stream. 

According to YouTube, two in five shoppers in this region use online video during the buying process, and 62% of Singaporean consumers made a purchase after discovering a brand, product or retailer on the platform.

Video commerce is reshaping the way we shop online. With shopping closer than ever to where discovery actually happens, what does this mean for creators, consumers, and the retail landscape?

Geraldine Ho, Head of Marketing at Shopee Singapore shares more insights into the trends in the video shopping space.

For YouTube, which has about&nbsp;332 million users in Southeast Asia, its video shopping features are proving to be a hit with consumers. Following its success in Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam, it has recently expanded its Shopping Affiliate Program with Shopee to Singapore, giving local content creators an additional alternative revenue stream.&nbsp;
According to YouTube, two in five shoppers in this region use online video during the buying process, and 62% of Singaporean consumers made a purchase after discovering a brand, product or retailer on the platform.
Video commerce is reshaping the way we shop online. With shopping closer than ever to where discovery actually happens, what does this mean for creators, consumers, and the retail landscape?
Geraldine Ho, Head of Marketing at Shopee Singapore shares more insights into the trends in the video shopping space.

Turning viewing into shopping. Trends in SE Asia's video commerce.

Many brave unpredictable seas daily to support their communities but a lack of infrastructure and communication tools increases the vulnerability and risks of fishermen.

Utari Octavianty, Chief Sustainability Officer of Aruna, joins us to discuss how the Indonesia-based marine and fishery startup is transforming the fishing industry with technology and smarter systems, empowering coastal communities through sustainable and safer practices.

Many brave unpredictable seas daily to support their communities but a lack of infrastructure and communication tools increases the vulnerability and risks of fishermen.
Utari Octavianty, Chief Sustainability Officer of Aruna, joins us to discuss how the Indonesia-based marine and fishery startup is transforming the fishing industry with technology and smarter systems, empowering coastal communities through sustainable and safer practices.

Good Tech: Creating a safer, more sustainable environment for fishermen

Autonomous vehicles (AV) are no longer the stuff of science fiction. From self-driving taxis in China to AV ride-hailing in U.S. cities, the landscape is shifting fast. In Singapore, the Land Transport Authority is on track for a three-year trial for autonomous buses starting mid-2026. When will we see AVs become commercially available at scale? What does this mean for mobility, businesses and careers?

Daniel Chow, Principal at global consultancy Arthur D. Little, joins us to unpack the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the autonomous vehicle industry.

Autonomous vehicles (AV) are no longer the stuff of science fiction. From self-driving taxis in China to AV ride-hailing in U.S. cities, the landscape is shifting fast. In Singapore, the Land Transport Authority is on track for a three-year trial for autonomous buses starting mid-2026. When will we see AVs become commercially available at scale? What does this mean for mobility, businesses and careers?
Daniel Chow, Principal at global consultancy Arthur D. Little, joins us to unpack the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the autonomous vehicle industry.

Market View: Asian FX and Trump's tariff volatility

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