Ride-hailing was once seen as the convenient — and sometimes cheaper — alternative to taxis. But many commuters in Singapore start to feel that a private-hire ride is more expensive lately. 

Several ride-hailing platforms have raised their platform fees, and depending on the time of day, the difference between apps can be quite significant. 

On Viewpoint, Lynlee Foo speaks to Aqil Hamzah, Journalist from The Straits Times to find out what is driving these rising costs — and are commuters really getting the best value anymore?

Ride-hailing was once seen as the convenient &mdash; and sometimes cheaper &mdash; alternative to taxis. But many commuters in Singapore start to feel that a private-hire ride is more expensive lately.&nbsp;
Several ride-hailing platforms have raised their platform fees, and depending on the time of day, the difference between apps can be quite significant.&nbsp;
On Viewpoint, Lynlee Foo speaks to Aqil Hamzah, Journalist from The Straits Times to find out what is driving these rising costs &mdash; and are commuters really getting the best value anymore?

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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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Viewpoint: Is ride-hailing in Singapore becoming too expensive?

Oil markets have been extremely volatile in recent days as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raised concerns about a major disruption to global energy supplies.The closure of the Strait of Hormuz - one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes, has injected fresh uncertainty into global energy markets, prompting policymakers to respond.

The International Energy Agency has agreed to what could be the largest coordinated release of strategic oil reserves in its history, as governments attempt to stabilise supply and calm volatility.

On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to  Marc Ostwald, Chief Economist and Global Strategist at ADM Investor Services International,about how markets are interpreting the situation and what the implications could be for the global economy, including Asia and Singapore.

Oil markets have been extremely volatile in recent days as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raised concerns about a major disruption to global energy supplies.The closure of the Strait of Hormuz - one of the world&rsquo;s most critical oil shipping routes, has injected fresh uncertainty into global energy markets, prompting policymakers to respond.
The International Energy Agency has agreed to what could be the largest coordinated release of strategic oil reserves in its history, as governments attempt to stabilise supply and calm volatility.
On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to&nbsp; Marc Ostwald, Chief Economist and Global Strategist at ADM Investor Services International, about how markets are interpreting the situation and what the implications could be for the global economy, including Asia and Singapore.

Industry Insight: How energy shocks ripple through the global economy

Staying active sounds simple in theory but for many people, the real challenge isn’t knowing what to do. Some developers are exploring whether AI and behavioural design can help people build healthier habits by making exercise more personalised, engaging and easier to stick with.

One Singapore startup called Bion, is an AI-guided fitness app that combines personalised training with gamified elements designed to keep users motivated.

On Good Tech, Lynlee Foo speaks to Joshua Hee, Co-founder of Bion to find out how gaming concept can change the way we exercise, keep track of progress, and stay motivated.

Staying active sounds simple in theory but for many people, the real challenge isn&rsquo;t knowing what to do. Some developers are exploring whether AI and behavioural design can help people build healthier habits by making exercise more personalised, engaging and easier to stick with.
One Singapore startup called Bion, is an AI-guided fitness app that combines personalised training with gamified elements designed to keep users motivated.
On Good Tech, Lynlee Foo speaks to Joshua Hee, Co-founder of Bion to find out how gaming concept can change the way we exercise, keep track of progress, and stay motivated.

Good Tech: Turning workouts into a fun and personalised fitness adventure

Artificial intelligence is starting to reshape the built environment — from how buildings are designed to how they are operated and maintained.

With Singapore pushing for greater use of AI, robotics and digital tools in the sector, what does this transformation actually look like in practice?

On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks with Alfred Fox, Chief Executive, Integrated Solutions, SJ Group about where AI is already delivering results across infrastructure and building operations.

Learn how technologies such as digital twins, predictive maintenance and AI-optimised energy systems are helping buildings run more efficiently, why data and digital infrastructure are becoming critical foundations for smarter cities, and how AI could change the way urban infrastructure is managed in the years ahead.

Artificial intelligence is starting to reshape the built environment &mdash; from how buildings are designed to how they are operated and maintained.
With Singapore pushing for greater use of AI, robotics and digital tools in the sector, what does this transformation actually look like in practice?
On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks with Alfred Fox, Chief Executive, Integrated Solutions, SJ Group about where AI is already delivering results across infrastructure and building operations.
Learn how technologies such as&nbsp;digital twins, predictive maintenance and AI-optimised energy systems are helping buildings run more efficiently, why data and digital infrastructure are becoming critical foundations for smarter cities, and how AI could change the way urban infrastructure is managed in the years ahead.

Viewpoint: Is ride-hailing in Singapore becoming too expensive?

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