Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

Michael Lau, Chairman of Consensus Hong Kong, discusses why he's more bullish about the outlook for cryptocurrencies and digital assets than last year. He also shares what questions investors and traders should ask themselves before snapping up any memecoins. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The COVID-19 pandemic might not have been the best of times for many businesses but ironically, that trying period fuelled new opportunities for one clean energy entrepreneur from Singapore, who’s turning waste cooking oil into bio-diesels. On this episode of Mind Your Business, Allan Lim, Founder & CEO of Alpha Biofuels shares his journey. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar & Ryan HuangProduced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)Assistant Producer: Muhammad Nazirul AsrarPhoto credits: Alpha BiofuelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The recent high-profile Income-Allianz saga led to the Singapore government’s unprecedented intervention and a swift amendment of the Insurance Act. That incident also sparked widespread debates about the relevance and role of co-ops in Singapore.  Ahead of Singapore’s co-op movement’s centennial milestone later this year, on this episode of Morning Shot, Ang Hin Kee, CEO of the Singapore National Co-operative Federation shares his insights on co-ops and their relevance in today's world. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar & Ryan HuangProduced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)Assistant Producer: Muhammad Nazirul AsrarPhoto credits: BT FileSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jay Woods, CMT, Chief Global Strategist at Freedom Capital Markets shares his insights on the latest market action over the last 24 hours after President Donald Trump took office at the White House, the positive momentum in the markets right now and whether Trump's intention to ramp up drilling will affect the EV sector. He also weighs in on market action surrounding Netflix, Procter & Gamble, and what's on his radar ahead of WEF Davos. Presented by: Ryan HuangProduced by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)Assistant Producer: Muhammad Nazirul Asrar Photo credits: Shawn Thew Pool photo via APSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congratulations to the 170 million Tiktok users in the U.S! After just a 14 hour ban, the app lives to see another day, with President Trump’s 75-day extension. But what’s exactly behind the drama with Tiktok, data and security? Now that China’s Xiaohongshu picks up in popularity in light of this drama, why are Americans going to another Chinese company?    Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced and Edited by Audrey Siek Music & picture credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In an ironic turn of events, American ‘TikTok refugees’ are flooding to yet another Chinese social media platform amid TikTok’s uncertain future. Aside from topping the download charts on iTunes and Google Play store, the migration of these users to XiaoHongShu, or Red Note, is also boosting shares of some mainland consumer stocks linked to the Chinese app. From a digital marketing firm, to a pet food company and a language-learning app, join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they investigate the companies reaping the rewards of the internet’s new home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you ever find yourself using phrases such as "bite the bullet" and "paint the town red" and wondering how they even came about? Emaad and Ryan explore the origins of these two famous sayings and a handful more on One-Liners Day!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced & Edited by Emaad Akhtar Photo & music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vasu Menon, Managing Director, Investment Strategy, OCBC Bank discusses how markets are enjoying a reprieve after US President Donald Trump signed a slew of executive orders but fell short of aggressive tariffs on major trade partners. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The banking landscape is experiencing a dynamic shift like never before. And one of the biggest drivers to this change is thanks to the increasing demand for convenience, instant gratification, and the ability to get access to products or services anytime and anywhere. But are banks doing enough to ensure a seamless experience for all? From pioneering new banking approaches, to creating seamless, tech-driven solutions, Fernn Lim, COO at audax, reveals how audax Financial Technology is leading the way. As one of the top women in the industry, she also opens up about her leadership journey, and what goes into the making of a successful entrepreneur.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recent monsoon surges in Singapore dumped historic bouts of rainfall across the island over the past few weeks. Monsoon surges occur more often during the wet phase of the north-east monsoon and are more intense between November and January. What impacts might the recent intense monsoon rains have on Singapore's topography & future land-use? On this episode of Breakfast Special, Edward Park, Assistant Professor for Humanities & Social Studies Education at the National Institute of Education at NTU shares his insights. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)Assistant Producer: Muhammad Nazirul AsrarPhoto credits: Lim Yao HuiSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.