Singaporeans were scammed of more than $10 million in the first six months of 2023. Unfortunately, the so-called ‘scamdemic’ shows no signs of slowing down.

However, in Appdome’s  2023 APAC Consumer Expectations of Mobile Security survey, more than half of the 75,000 respondents in 12 countries said that the responsibility to protect them lies with the brands behind mobile apps.

Clearly, consumers feel that businesses are not doing enough to protect them and want them to take greater responsibility.

Jan Sysmans, Mobile App Security Evangelist of Appdome explains why businesses should pay attention to what their customers are saying.

Singaporeans were scammed of more than $10 million in the first six months of 2023. Unfortunately, the so-called ‘scamdemic’ shows no signs of slowing down.
However, in Appdome’s  2023 APAC Consumer Expectations of Mobile Security survey, more than half of the 75,000 respondents in 12 countries said that the responsibility to protect them lies with the brands behind mobile apps.
Clearly, consumers feel that businesses are not doing enough to protect them and want them to take greater responsibility. Jan Sysmans, Mobile App Security Evangelist of Appdome explains why businesses should pay attention to what their customers are saying.

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4–8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day’s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.

From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what’s happening — with clarity, context and a touch of personality.

Whether you’re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected — all the way home.

And she closes the day with a song that says it all.

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4&ndash;8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day&rsquo;s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.
From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; with clarity, context and a touch of personality.
Whether you&rsquo;re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected &mdash; all the way home.
And she closes the day with a song that says it all.

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong

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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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Why It Matters: Consumers Want Businesses to Take More Responsibility for Mobile Scams

For generations, the legal profession has been synonymous with prestige, stability and success. But today, more young lawyers are questioning whether the rewards still outweigh the demands. From burnout and toxic workplace cultures to shifting expectations around leadership, mentorship and work-life balance, is the profession struggling to meet the needs of a new generation?

On The Agenda, Nadiah Koh speaks to Paul Neo, Assistant Chief Executive, Singapore Academy of Law to find out whether younger lawyers simply challenging norms that previous generations accepted without question.

For generations, the legal profession has been synonymous with prestige, stability and success. But today, more young lawyers are questioning whether the rewards still outweigh the demands.&nbsp;From burnout and toxic workplace cultures to shifting expectations around leadership, mentorship and work-life balance, is the profession struggling to meet the needs of a new generation?
On The Agenda, Nadiah Koh speaks to&nbsp;Paul Neo, Assistant Chief Executive, Singapore Academy of Law to find out whether younger lawyers simply challenging norms that previous generations accepted without question.

The Agenda: Why are more younger lawyers leaving the legal profession?

A beauty and wellness chain is under scrutiny after investigations uncovered allegations of coordinated high-pressure sales tactics, with some customers reportedly feeling trapped into buying expensive products and treatment packages. In some of the most concerning cases, elderly consumers were allegedly encouraged to use their CPF savings to pay for purchases they never intended to make.

On What's Trending, Nadiah Koh and Nazirul Asrar discusses the use of pressure sales tactics and why people keep falling for it.

A beauty and wellness chain is under scrutiny after investigations uncovered allegations of coordinated high-pressure sales tactics, with some customers reportedly feeling trapped into buying expensive products and treatment packages. In some of the most concerning cases, elderly consumers were allegedly encouraged to use their CPF savings to pay for purchases they never intended to make.
On What's Trending, Nadiah Koh and Nazirul Asrar discusses the use of pressure sales tactics and why people keep falling for it.

What's Trending: Ever been guilt-tripped into buying something? Here's what 'pressure sales tactics' does to you. 

For years, single Singaporeans have had to wait until the age of 35 before they could buy an eligible HDB flat. But that long-standing rule could soon be up for review.

With the Government carefully considering whether the eligibility age for singles should be lowered, following years of expanding public housing options, the landscape has already begun to shift. So, what could a lower age threshold mean for younger Singaporeans? Would it provide greater independence and a clearer pathway to home ownership, or could it create new challenges for Singapore's public housing system? 

On The Agenda, Nadiah Koh speaks to Stanley Wong, Senior Associate District Director, Propnex, to find out more.

For years, single Singaporeans have had to wait until the age of 35 before they could buy an eligible HDB flat. But that long-standing rule could soon be up for review.
With the Government carefully considering whether the eligibility age for singles should be lowered, following years of expanding public housing options, the landscape has already begun to shift. So, what could a lower age threshold mean for younger Singaporeans? Would it provide greater independence and a clearer pathway to home ownership, or could it create new challenges for Singapore's public housing system?&nbsp;
On The Agenda, Nadiah Koh speaks to Stanley Wong, Senior Associate District Director, Propnex, to find out more.

Why It Matters: Consumers Want Businesses to Take More Responsibility for Mobile Scams

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