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You passed your health check. Here is why that may not mean what you think
High performers master time, workflow, and output—yet often ignore the very engine driving their success: their health. In this episode of BT Podcasts, head of audio Claressa Monteiro sits down with Dr Sue-Anne Toh, senior consultant endocrinologist at NOVI Health, to unpack the ultimate executive …
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Asean youth employment: Rebuilding the bargain with young workers
How can young workers thrive when traditional career paths are changing and AI threatens entry-level jobs? On Simon Tay’s Political Café, Simon Tay speaks with Ian Wong, former UOB managing director and group head of international, about the evolving relationship between employers and the next gene…
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The rules of investing have changed. Has your portfolio?
How does one navigate fixed-income markets amid geopolitical uncertainty, inflation and diverging global economies? And how should we manage risk, preserve our purchasing power and balance defensive positioning with opportunities in today’s market? François Collet, chief investment officer of DNCA…
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Politics that matter: reading Malaysia's stability through the lens of Johor's economic zone
How much does political stability matter for business and investment in Malaysia? On Simon Tay’s Political Cafe, Simon Tay, Chairman of the Singapore Institute of International Affairs and Maybank Singapore country CEO Alvin Lee discuss the outlook for Malaysia following a recent few state election…
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Sold your business? Here's how to think about your money next
A liquidity event marks a pivotal shift from business owner to wealth allocator. But why are so many entrepreneurs unprepared for what comes next? What are the most common mistakes made after an exit, and how can entrepreneurs protect, diversify and grow their wealth? Barclays Private Bank’s Steph…
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Why here, why now? Ambiq Micro's Global CEO Humi Esaka on listing in Singapore
Why did Ambiq choose to dual-list in Singapore, and what does it signal about the future of AI in Asia? In this BT Podcasts feature special, Claressa Monteiro sits down with Fumihide "Humi" Esaka, global CEO of Ambiq Micro, to discuss the rise of Edge AI, how Ambiq's ultra-low-power chips enable A…
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AI adoption: pain points, payoffs and where to start
In this episode of Ask PwC Singapore, Claressa Monteiro sits down with Tan Kiat How, Senior Minister of State for Digital Development and Information & Ministry of Health, Dr Ng Chin Siau, founder and CEO of Q & M Dental Group, and Kwek So Cheer, partner for Digital Solutions at PwC Singapore, to t…
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How solid, connected financial tech helps SMEs turn into truly global players
The global business landscape is borderless, yet full of financial friction. How are high-growth, multi-entity SMEs navigating shifting supply chains, cross-border payments, and complex compliance without the deep pockets of MNCs? Why does resilience trump efficiency? How can you unlock a "hidden …
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The cost of conflict: Asia’s energy risk
The fog of war is settling over global boardrooms. Iran's crisis tightens the Straits of Hormuz, spiking oil prices and threatening stagflation across Asia. Join Simon Tay, Chairman of the Singapore Institute of International Affairs, and Moody's Sim Hui Ting to navigate the immediate volatility, t…
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Building for scale in South-east Asia’s new economy
Scaling a high-growth company internationally brings formidable challenges: global payroll, FX risk, and treasury management. How do you maintain agility across borders? Howie Lim speaks to HSBC Innovation Banking's Neil Falconer to uncover the three pillars which are essential for managing frictio…
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