Turning trash into treasure - That’s what the Ocean Purpose Project aims to do.  Founded just 2 years ago - so far the initiative has collected over 4000 kgs of plastic waste, planted over 200 seaweed and muscle lines, and planted 125 coral reef stars. Rachel Kelly spoke to Mathilda D’Silva, Founder and CEO, Ocean Purpose Project to find out more. 

You can also watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwXBBHzhFm4&feature=youtu.be



04:25: How do you turn ocean plastics back into fuel?

09:28: New project aims to develop bioplastics from Singapore seaweed

11:31: The importance of replanting coral and rebuilding reefs

Turning trash into treasure - That’s what the Ocean Purpose Project aims to do.  Founded just 2 years ago - so far the initiative has collected over 4000 kgs of plastic waste, planted over 200 seaweed and muscle lines, and planted 125 coral reef stars. Rachel Kelly spoke to Mathilda D’Silva, Founder and CEO, Ocean Purpose Project to find out more. 
You can also watch the full interview here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwXBBHzhFm4&amp;feature=youtu.be">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwXBBHzhFm4&amp;feature=youtu.be</a>
 
04:25: How do you turn ocean plastics back into fuel?
09:28: New project aims to develop bioplastics from Singapore seaweed
11:31: The importance of replanting coral and rebuilding reefs

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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.

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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Sustainable Singapore: Turning ocean plastics into fuel

The rise of AI is revolutionising customer service, particularly in call centers, where it is streamlining operations and enhancing personalisation. From reducing wait times to offering real-time insights, AI is reshaping how businesses engage and retain customers. But how do businesses balance automation with the human touch to remain competitive and keep their customers engaged?

Li Guanghai, CEO of Helport, the first Singapore-based AI company to be listed on NASDAQ, gives insights into the evolving role of AI, the benefits and challenges of AI-driven call centers and the future of AI in customer service. Li also shares of a new initiative by Helport - a platform that allows third-party developers to build applications on top of its technologies.

The rise of AI is revolutionising customer service, particularly in call centers, where it is streamlining operations and enhancing personalisation. From reducing wait times to offering real-time insights, AI is reshaping how businesses engage and retain customers. But how do businesses balance automation with the human touch to remain competitive and keep their customers engaged?
Li Guanghai, CEO of Helport, the first Singapore-based AI company to be listed on NASDAQ, gives insights into the evolving role of AI, the benefits and challenges of AI-driven call centers and the future of AI in customer service. Li also shares of a new initiative by Helport - a platform that allows third-party developers to build applications on top of its technologies.

Industry Insight:  Empowering human-AI collaboration in customer service

Holiday season has kicked into full swing as we wind down the year. While Singaporeans are known for our love of international vacations and significant travel spending, many travellers still fall into common money traps; from paying excessive exchange rates at airports to selecting the wrong currency conversion options abroad. 

Mike Truong, Product Director of APAC Regional Expansion at Wise, shares how you can make your money work harder this holiday season, including essential tips to avoid costly mistakes, make smarter payment choices, and manage your money effectively on your travels.

Holiday season has kicked into full swing as we wind down the year. While Singaporeans are known for our love of international vacations and significant travel spending, many travellers still fall into common money traps; from paying excessive exchange rates at airports to selecting the wrong currency conversion options abroad. 
Mike Truong, Product Director of APAC Regional Expansion at Wise, shares how you can make your money work harder this holiday season, including essential tips to avoid costly mistakes, make smarter payment choices, and manage your money effectively on your travels.

Viewpoint: Travelling soon? Tips to stretch your dollar, not your budget.

Industrialisation and rapid urbanisation across Asia-Pacific, particularly in countries like China and India, are fuelling a surge in demand for elevators and escalators in malls, shopping complexes, and residential buildings. As the market evolves, key innovations such as enhanced safety mechanisms, predictive maintenance, and energy-efficient designs are becoming industry standards.

Edward Loy, Managing Director for Southeast Asia at KONE, shares some of the trends that will reshape the elevator and escalator market into the future. He discusses the concept of people flow and the way it improves productivity and profitability, and how KONE is leveraging technology to meet the growing urban infrastructure demands across the region.

Industrialisation and rapid urbanisation across Asia-Pacific, particularly in countries like China and India, are fuelling a surge in demand for elevators and escalators in malls, shopping complexes, and residential buildings. As the market evolves, key innovations such as enhanced safety mechanisms, predictive maintenance, and energy-efficient designs are becoming industry standards.
Edward Loy, Managing Director for Southeast Asia at KONE, shares some of the trends that will reshape the elevator and escalator market into the future. He discusses the concept of people flow and the way it improves productivity and profitability, and how KONE is leveraging technology to meet the growing urban infrastructure demands across the region.

Sustainable Singapore: Turning ocean plastics into fuel

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