Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

When you swipe a card or tap an app to pay your bills, chances are AXS is behind it. What started as a simple bill-payment kiosk has grown into one of ASEAN’s leading fintech companies. The Breakfast Show invites Jeffrey Goh, Group CEO & Executive Director, AXS Pte Ltd to uncover how he scaled the business, navigated challenges, and redefined digital payments in the region.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Spotify versus Meta, Dan Koh versus Ryan Huang, and two months of stock suspense. Who rode the market waves better? From shocking earnings twists to AI surprises and user growth stories, tune in to find out who claimed the crown in this friendly but fierce stock battle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Singapore’s crowded investment platform space, standing out takes more than just low fees or a slick interface. Yaki Razmovich, Managing Director of eToro Singapore and Asia, discusses how the platform is redefining what it means to invest in a connected world. We look at the rise of social investing and the distinct habits of Asian retail investors, to the technologies set to reshape the next wave of fintech. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S. stocks have surged to fresh records, with the S&P 500 breaking above 6,500 for the first time, powered by resilience in tech and optimism around Fed policy. Nvidia’s blockbuster growth highlights the relentless demand for AI chips, while upward GDP revisions underscore the scale of corporate investment in software and equipment. At the same time, small caps are outperforming as markets price in a faster pace of Fed rate cuts. Sonu Varghese, Vice President & Global Macro Strategist at Carson Group, unpacks the signals behind the rally. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every September, Singapore transforms into a playground of speed, spectacle, and culture. But before the engines roar for Formula 1, another stage sets the tone, a festival where music, gaming, sports, and entertainment collide, where ideas spark, careers launch, and moments become legendary. On this episode of Mind Your Business, the Breakfast Show goes behind the scenes with Jasper Donat, CEO and co-founder of Branded, to explore 20 years of Asia’s most influential creative platforms, and what’s the next big frontier for the entertainment landscape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the midst of Nvidia’s latest earnings and the global AI boom, a new contender is making waves in China. Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar dive into the story of Cambricon Technologies, a homegrown AI chipmaker challenging international giants. From meteoric revenue growth to partnerships with Tencent and ByteDance, they explore how Cambricon is carving its place in the high-stakes AI market, the investment potential, and what it means for investors and tech enthusiasts alike.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another month has come and gone! From Singapore’s SG60 celebrations to Taylor Swift’s engagement and even the surprising Johor quakes, August 2025 was packed with big headlines. Have you been following the news? Let’s see how well you know this month’s big topics.   Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang and Emaad Akhtar Produced and edited by Audrey Siek Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Eat what you want, pay what you can." Several times a year, a restaurant in Mexico City applies this principle for its patrons to ensure that its Michelin-starred dishes are available even to those who wouldn't otherwise have been able to afford them. Listen in to Breakfast Bites to find out more!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Dan Koh Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A report from impact.com and Cube Asia shows that micro and nano influencers are steadily earning consumer trust, even as bigger creators face skepticism across Southeast Asia. These smaller-scale voices are emerging as powerful partners for brands that want genuine, measurable connections. Adam Furness, Managing Director for APAC at impact.com, unpacks how these shifts are reshaping the rules of marketing. Produced and presented by Audrey SiekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Be In Front, a special series in partnership with KPMG in Singapore, we explore how people are the true differentiator for businesses navigating change. Shelley Chan, Partner of People, Performance and Culture at KPMG in Singapore, shares her journey from Edinburgh to Singapore, and how saying “yes” to opportunities shaped her global perspective. She discusses what agility looks like in practice, how to balance breadth with depth in talent development, and why putting people at the centre of transformation is key to building resilient, future-ready organisations. From global mobility to purpose-driven growth, Shelley unpacks how businesses can nurture talent that not only adapts to disruption but also helps lead the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.