Are you a start-up founder who can code-switch in different societies?

In this episode of READ, Michelle Martin speaks with Vinnie Lauria author of Mind the Gap, about the cultural blind spots that can derail international expansion.

From investing in Carousell to Redmart, Vinnie has since 2011, has been bridging Asia internet & mobile companies.

The founding partner of Golden Gate Ventures, talks to Michelle about his new book which argues business leaders need to understand and include "culture" as part of the playbook for global expansion.

The book that has hit #2 on the Straits Times Bestseller list. Michelle Martin finds out why.  

Are you a start-up founder who can code-switch in different societies?
In this episode of&nbsp;READ, Michelle Martin speaks with&nbsp;Vinnie Lauria author of&nbsp;Mind the Gap, about the cultural blind spots that can derail international expansion.
From investing in Carousell to Redmart, Vinnie has since 2011, has been bridging Asia internet &amp; mobile companies.
The founding partner of Golden Gate Ventures, talks to Michelle about his new book which argues business leaders need to understand and include "culture" as part of the playbook for global expansion.
The book that has hit #2 on the Straits Times Bestseller list. Michelle Martin finds out why.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Start your day on a positive note with Live Well with Michelle Martin.

The show explores wellbeing in all its dimensions — from self-awareness and personal growth to money, investing, and everyday lifestyle. Through thoughtful interviews and engaging conversations, Michelle speaks with experts and changemakers on living and ageing well, while helping you discover new ideas — from great books on READ and inspiring voices on INFLUENCE, to practical financial insights on MONEY AND ME.

In a fast-moving world that can often feel overwhelming, Live Well offers a refreshing counterpoint — with insights, ideas and stories that help you feel informed, empowered and ready to take on the day.

Start your day on a positive note with Live Well with Michelle Martin.
The show explores wellbeing in all its dimensions &mdash; from self-awareness and personal growth to money, investing, and everyday lifestyle. Through thoughtful interviews and engaging conversations, Michelle speaks with experts and changemakers on living and ageing well, while helping you discover new ideas &mdash; from great books on READ and inspiring voices on INFLUENCE, to practical financial insights on MONEY AND ME.
In a fast-moving world that can often feel overwhelming, Live Well offers a refreshing counterpoint &mdash; with insights, ideas and stories that help you feel informed, empowered and ready to take on the day.

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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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READ: Culture Can Make or Break a Startup’s Global Ambitions

Sea Limited delivers another profitable quarter as Shopee hits new highs - but has its 40 percent share-price rally run too far?

Nvidia releases a new open AI model and mobilises US$500 billion to finance AI infrastructure, raising questions about risk and China.

CoreWeave shares surge as revenue doubles, while India’s L&T targets the rare-earth magnet market.

Why are global investors favouring Taiwanese stocks over their South Korean rivals?

Michelle Martin also examines Singapore Land’s 90 percent profit jump and million-dollar losses at Sentosa Cove.

Plus, the boy from “Baby Shark” prepares to make his debut as a singer.

Sea Limited delivers another profitable quarter as Shopee hits new highs - but has its 40 percent share-price rally run too far?
Nvidia releases a new open AI model and mobilises US$500 billion to finance AI infrastructure, raising questions about risk and China.
CoreWeave shares surge as revenue doubles, while India&rsquo;s L&amp;T targets the rare-earth magnet market.
Why are global investors favouring Taiwanese stocks over their South Korean rivals?
Michelle Martin also examines Singapore Land&rsquo;s 90 percent profit jump and million-dollar losses at Sentosa Cove.
Plus, the boy from &ldquo;Baby Shark&rdquo; prepares to make his debut as a singer.

Market View : Sea’s 40% Surge, Nvidia’s US$500 Billion AI Bet and CoreWeave’s Revenue Boom

Nearly half of consumers are already using AI to help guide savings and investment decisions.

But when does a useful financial tool become a dangerous shortcut?

On Money and Me, Michelle Martin speaks with Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend, about what AI can genuinely do well when it comes to investing and financial planning - and where its limitations matter most.

Nearly half of consumers are already using AI to help guide savings and investment decisions.
But when does a useful financial tool become a dangerous shortcut?
On Money and Me, Michelle Martin speaks with Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend, about what AI can genuinely do well when it comes to investing and financial planning - and where its limitations matter most.

Money and Me: Would You Trust AI With Your Money? Where the Machines Fall Short

AI is creating a new cybersecurity arms race - and investors are taking notice. Michelle Martin looks at why CrowdStrike and Palo Alto Networks have hit record highs after Black Hat put the growing threat from AI agents firmly in focus. Could cybersecurity be the next major leg of the AI trade?

Then, Microsoft is charging back, with Bernstein seeing a path to another 30% upside.

TSMC’s sales surge 45% as AI hardware demand stays hot, while Intel turns to a US$15 billion stock offering to fund its ambitions.

Also on Market View: Greg Abel begins putting Berkshire Hathaway’s enormous cash pile to work, Indonesian equities approach bull-market territory, and Singapore raises its 2026 growth forecast to 4.5–5.5%.

Plus, what the latest DBS, OCBC and UOB results tell investors about the outlook for Singapore banks - and why Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has become a US$1.1 billion blockbuster.

Hosted by Michelle Martin.

AI is creating a new cybersecurity arms race - and investors are taking notice. Michelle Martin looks at why CrowdStrike and Palo Alto Networks have hit record highs after Black Hat put the growing threat from AI agents firmly in focus. Could cybersecurity be the next major leg of the AI trade?
Then, Microsoft is charging back, with Bernstein seeing a path to another 30% upside.
TSMC&rsquo;s sales surge 45% as AI hardware demand stays hot, while Intel turns to a US$15 billion stock offering to fund its ambitions.
Also on Market View: Greg Abel begins putting Berkshire Hathaway&rsquo;s enormous cash pile to work, Indonesian equities approach bull-market territory, and Singapore raises its 2026 growth forecast to 4.5&ndash;5.5%.
Plus, what the latest DBS, OCBC and UOB results tell investors about the outlook for Singapore banks - and why Christopher Nolan&rsquo;s The Odyssey&nbsp;has become a US$1.1 billion blockbuster.
Hosted by Michelle Martin.

READ: Culture Can Make or Break a Startup’s Global Ambitions

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