On Soul of Business, Singaporeans gave in record sums to charity through online donation platforms last year. Into 2022, charities in Singapore will be looking to plan activities for the year ahead. Claressa Monteiro speaks to Prof. Sonja Prokopec, Associate Director Center of Excellence in Luxury, Arts, and Culture APAC, ESSEC Business School,totalk about the business of raising money for charity.

On Soul of Business, Singaporeans gave in record sums to charity through online donation platforms last year. Into 2022, charities in Singapore will be looking to plan activities for the year ahead. Claressa Monteiro speaks to Prof. Sonja Prokopec, Associate Director Center of Excellence in Luxury, Arts, and Culture APAC, ESSEC Business School, to talk about the business of raising money for charity.

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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’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&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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Make informed financial decisions, as Lynlee and her guests dissect the latest news and market updates. Property, crypto, aviation, shipping — get valuable insights every afternoon.

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo (1pm – 4pm)

Soul of Business: The Business of Raising Money for Charity

With the Joint Admissions Exercise now closed and posting results due out in early February, many families — and working adults — are reflecting on a bigger question: how much does a diploma choice really shape a career over time?

On Viewpoint, Lynlee Foo speaks with The Straits Times reporter Teo Kai Xiang, whose analysis shows that most polytechnic diploma programmes in Singapore last less than a decade before being renamed, merged, or phased out.

The conversation explores why courses evolve so quickly, the shift from specialised to broader programmes, and what actually endures — from transferable skills and adaptability to career flexibility in a fast-changing economy.

 

With the Joint Admissions Exercise now closed and posting results due out in early February, many families &mdash; and working adults &mdash; are reflecting on a bigger question: how much does a diploma choice really shape a career over time?
On Viewpoint, Lynlee Foo speaks with The Straits Times reporter Teo Kai Xiang, whose analysis shows that most polytechnic diploma programmes in Singapore last less than a decade before being renamed, merged, or phased out.
The conversation explores why courses evolve so quickly, the shift from specialised to broader programmes, and what actually endures &mdash; from transferable skills and adaptability to career flexibility in a fast-changing economy.
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Viewpoint: Does your diploma choice still shape your career 10 years on?

Singapore consumers say they want brands that stand for meaningful local issues, yet buying decisions here still pivot quickly to promotions and price. Most SMEs are investing in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), but market almost none of that intent, leaving purpose invisible at the point of sale.

On Viewpoint, Lynlee Foo speaks to Jaslyin Qiyu, Founder of Mad About Marketing Consulting 
to find out the answer to a hard question: When prices rise, is purpose the first thing to go?

Singapore consumers say they want brands that stand for meaningful local issues, yet buying decisions here still pivot quickly to promotions and price. Most SMEs are investing in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), but market almost none of that intent, leaving purpose invisible at the point of sale.
On Viewpoint, Lynlee Foo speaks to Jaslyin Qiyu, Founder of Mad About Marketing Consulting&nbsp; to find out the answer to a hard question: When prices rise, is purpose the first thing to go?

Viewpoint: Do Singapore buyers choose cause or cost?

AI dominated headlines in 2025 but for many organisations, it stayed stuck in pilots.

In 2026, AI becomes operational.

On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks with Nick Eayrs, APJ Vice President of Field Engineering, Databricks about why AI is moving into core business systems — driving decisions, performance, and accountability. From agent-driven workflows to invisible AI embedded into everyday operations, this conversation explores what leaders must get right as AI becomes business-critical.

 

AI dominated headlines in 2025 but for many organisations, it stayed stuck in pilots.
In 2026, AI becomes operational.
On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks with Nick Eayrs, APJ Vice President of Field Engineering,&nbsp;Databricks about why AI is moving into core business systems &mdash; driving decisions, performance, and accountability.&nbsp;From agent-driven workflows to invisible AI embedded into everyday operations, this conversation explores what leaders must get right as AI becomes business-critical.
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Soul of Business: The Business of Raising Money for Charity

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