CNA938 Rewind

Singapore just rolled out passkey login for Singpass – swapping passwords for your face, your fingerprint, your phone. GovTech says it's a major win against phishing, and the cryptography backing it is unbeatable. But the old login methods haven't been switched off. They're still live, right next to the new system. So, is Singapore's phishing problem actually solved or just relocated? Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman find out with Johan Fantenberg, Director, Ping Identity

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On today's (6 July) markets analysis on Open For Business, Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman speak with Vasu Menon, Managing Director, Investment Strategy Wealth Management Singapore, OCBC Bank

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The recent breakthrough in the US-Iran war has had immediate ramifications for global commodities and monetary policy, according to Oxford Economics. The resulting decline in oil prices has provided welcome breathing room for inflation-weary central banks. Despite this easing, Oxford Economics has adjusted its forecast for US monetary policy, pointing to a fundamental change in how the Federal Reserve communicates its intentions to the public. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman examine how this new approach could have unintended consequences for the broader global economy with Ryan Sweet, Chief Global Economist, Oxford Economics

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Therme Singapore has broken ground at Marina South, marking the start of Asia’s first large-scale integrated urban wellbeing destination. Set to open in 2030, it will bring together water, nature, wellness treatments, recreation and social spaces across seven levels. Cheryl Goh explores how the project could shape wellness tourism in Singapore and make rest, movement and connection more accessible with Tan Boon Khai, Chief Executive Officer of Therme Singapore, and Jean Ng, Assistant Chief Executive of the Experience Development Group at the Singapore Tourism Board.

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Polar Puffs & Cakes is marking its 100th anniversary with a record-breaking 100-metre sugar roll. Cheryl Goh speaks with Micky Gan, General Manager, Polar Puffs & Cakes to find out how the ambitious bake came together and how the homegrown bakery continues to balance heritage with changing tastes.

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As AI changes how people apply for jobs and perform their work, technical ability may no longer be enough to stand out. Cheryl Goh speaks with Nat Fetalvero, host of CNA’s Work It podcast to explore why communication, creativity, curiosity, courage and compassion could become key competitive advantages — and what job seekers and leaders can do to strengthen them.

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In the fourth episode of the '#TalkBack: World Cup Watch 2026' series, Daniel Martin speaks with Malminderjit Singh, Founder and Managing Director, Terra Corporate Affairs (Team Netherlands) and Associate Professor Victor Kwan, Deputy Director, SUSS Academy (Team England). They discuss how the respective teams they support have fared so far, among other newsworthy moments.

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An alleged baby trafficking syndicate is accused of selling at least 34 babies between 2022 and 2025, with some taken to Singapore and sold under the guise of adoption. Why do some turn to illegal adoption when legal routes exist? Daniel Martin finds out more from senior lawyer Sandra Ong, Head of Private Client Practice, GJC Law.

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Guest: Hebe Chen, Senior Market Analyst, Vantage Markets

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Sentosa is getting its biggest revamp yet. Daniel Martin is joined by Chan Beng Kiat, Divisional Director, Architecture & Land Planning, Sentosa Development Corporation, to unpack the Greater Sentosa Master Plan - from canopy walks and islet-hopping, to what the changes mean for visitors.

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