The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo
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JUL 12, 2024
12/07/24 - A tech reviewer’s experience with Apple Vision ProThe world's first spatial computer is here in Singapore at last!
Apple, has been positioning the Apple Vision Pro as the future of computing that seamlessly blends digital content, with the physical world to deliver powerful spatial experiences that transform the way people work.
Lynlee Foo speaks to Krist Neo, Founder of Geekbytes, to find out about her experience.
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JUL 12, 2024
12/07/24 - Weekly Wrap: Why is NTUC designated a ‘politically significant person’?This week, the Ministry of Home Affairs said it intends to designate the National Trade Union Congress (NTUC) as a politically significant person under the Foreign Interference (Countermeasures) Act (FICA). Why now? What are the implications for Singapore’s labour movement and its members? Singapore Management University’s Associate Professor of Law, Eugene Tan shares his views.
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JUL 12, 2024
12/07/24 - Market View: Call of the week - Lululemon (LULU:NASDAQ) & Paycom (PAYC:NYSE)Sean Cheong sits down with Thomas Chua, steady compounding,to discuss the record-setting week that the US Markets, STI and the Nikkei had, the latest earnings releases from Pepsi and Delta, a preview of the Bank earnings, the weak yen...and the Nikkei. Why has it crushed the 42,000 level?
Broadcom is about to go for a 10 - for 1 stock split, like Nvidia... but unlike Nvidia... Broadcom is reacting differently heading into this split. What's the different characteristics between Nvidia and Broadcom?
AMD had an explosive week. How much more explosive can it get?
Also, both Lululemon (LULU:NASDAQ) and Nike stocks have fallen apart, but why would Lululemon is a better call right now than Nike and as a bonus, Thomas gives a second call of the week, which is Paycom (PAYC:NYSE)
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JUL 12, 2024
12/07/24 - Eco Money: Temasek launches inaugural sustainability reportTemasek has launched its inaugural Sustainability Report.
The state owned investment firm says that this brings together its disclosures and tracks progress, taking into consideration the disclosure requirements issued by the international sustainability standards board.
In its latest review just announced this week- Temasek says it deployed S$3 billion into investments aligned with the Sustainable Living trend in the last year.
Rachel Kelly has the details in this week's Eco Money.
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JUL 11, 2024
11/07/24 - Industry Insight: Bolstering cybersecurity with generative AICybercriminals are leveraging AI to evolve and execute threats at a faster pace than ever, making them far more difficult to detect and protect against. But what if only the same tool - AI, can be used to safeguard enterprises? We find out about current threats and trends from one of the cyber security leaders in the industry, Imperva.
The application and data security solutions provider’s Field Chief Technology Officer, Terry Ray, shares more insights.
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JUL 11, 2024
11/07/24 - Market View: What the election results in France and the UK mean for marketsThings are changing in Europe after the recent UK and France elections.
How have markets reacted immediately since in the past week? Should we be bullish or bearish? Sean Cheong and Too Juncheong, Multi-Asset Dealer at Moomoo Singapore, weigh in on this, and find some trades under these new conditions.
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JUL 10, 2024
10/07/24 - Industry Insight: Why buy a mixed-use developmentAs Singapore continues to evolve as a dynamic city, so do the different trends that shape its urban landscape. One such trend is the rise of mixed-use developments in recent years. In the first five months of 2024, more than 50 per cent of government land sales (GLS) sites were awarded for mixed-use purposes. What is fueling this trend? What are three main things that buyers need to consider, if they are interested to find out more about mixed-used developments? Debra Teng, Group Associate Director from real estate firm, Orangetee, shares her thoughts.
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JUL 9, 2024
09/07/24 - Viewpoint: Free TikTok LIVE education outshining face-to-face learning?As the trend of free TikTok LIVE education sessions grows, one can't help but wonder if this is the future of education, especially in a world where affordability and accessibility are paramount. This is exactly what Dylan Lim has been doing at Maths Paradigm. He shares more on The Afternoon Update.
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JUL 9, 2024
09/07/24 - Industry Insight: Potential of Gen AI in e-commerceE-commerce is a very dynamic industry that has transformed the way we shop and conduct business. In this competitive space, what are the emerging trends that are set to reshape the industry? How can businesses stay ahead of the curve to stay in the game, with rapid technological advancements and changing consumer preferences? Xavier Lee, Managing Director of Jumpstart Commerce shares his thoughts with Lynlee Foo.
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JUL 8, 2024
08/07/24 - What's For Lunch: Singapore First-ever ready-to-drink coconut shakeWell-known coconut water brand Cocomax has launched Singapore first-ever ready-to-drink coconut shake that has recently hit the shops for grab-and-go convenience and all-day hydration. Evelyn Chew, General Manager, Retail Division at Field Catering and Supplies Pte Ltd, tells us more and answers the questions if coconut shakes are the new bubble tea in Singapore!
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