Would you call your spouse your “teammate” instead of “baby”?

And would you believe that your old laptop might be a better investment than gold?

On today’s episode of What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada dive into two unexpected trends shaking up the internet: married couples in China ditching lovey-dovey pet names in favour of practical titles like “teammate” or “roommate,” sparking debate over whether modern relationships are becoming more like partnerships than romance. And the surprising tech gold rush is happening at Sim Lim Square, where used laptops are being stripped for valuable RAM and SSD parts amid an AI-driven chip shortage that’s sending prices soaring.

Would you call your spouse your &ldquo;teammate&rdquo; instead of &ldquo;baby&rdquo;?
And would you believe that your old laptop might be a better investment than gold?
On today&rsquo;s episode of What&rsquo;s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada dive into two unexpected trends shaking up the internet: married couples in China ditching lovey-dovey pet names in favour of practical titles like &ldquo;teammate&rdquo; or &ldquo;roommate,&rdquo; sparking debate over whether modern relationships are becoming more like partnerships than romance. And the surprising tech gold rush is happening at Sim Lim Square, where used laptops are being stripped for valuable RAM and SSD parts amid an AI-driven chip shortage that&rsquo;s sending prices soaring.

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Money Matters is your guide to navigating the day's most important topics, from politics and current affairs to wealth management and trending issues. Every evening, the team delivers insightful discussions on business news, market movements, and the latest in alternative assets. Whether navigating the political landscape, understanding the economy, or uncovering emerging investment opportunities, Money Matters keeps you informed and ahead of the curve. Tune in daily to Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian from 4 pm to 7 pm on MONEY FM 89.3.

Money Matters is your guide to navigating the day's most important topics, from politics and current affairs to wealth management and trending issues. Every evening, the team delivers insightful discussions on business news, market movements, and the latest in alternative assets. Whether navigating the political landscape, understanding the economy, or uncovering emerging investment opportunities, Money Matters keeps you informed and ahead of the curve. Tune in daily to Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian from 4 pm to 7 pm on MONEY FM 89.3.