We brought together a panel of fintech innovators to explore the cutting edge of financial technology.

Get ready for a fascinating discussion on:

- How fintech is disrupting traditional finance and democratising access

- The promises and challenges of Web3 and blockchain technology

- Innovative new approaches to personal finance and wealth management

- The role of AI in transforming financial services

- The future of money movement and cross-border transactions

Featuring insights from industry leaders including:

- A founder shaping Singapore's fintech ecosystem

- An executive at a major stablecoin company

- The co-founder of an AI-powered personal finance startup

Don't miss this opportunity to hear expert perspectives on how technology is reshaping finance and what it means for consumers and businesses alike. Whether you're a fintech enthusiast or just curious about the future of money, this episode offers something for everyone.

Tune in to expand your fintech knowledge and get a glimpse of what's coming next in the world of finance and technology!

00:00 - Introduction

03:03 - How has FinTech transformed product offerings across industries over the past few decades?

07:48 - What is your perspective on the role of intermediaries in the evolving FinTech landscape?

10:41 - What do you believe are the next frontiers of innovation in FinTech products?

21:39 - What are the benefits and ethical implications of using biomarkers for insurance premiums in Fintech?

26:00 - What innovative Fintech products should entrepreneurs look out for to enhance collaboration?

31:44 - How can retail investors navigate complicated private wealth products that may not outperform the market?

34:16 - How can we ensure that AI provides the best ideas when its training data is not clean or well-targeted?

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We explore the topic of sustainability and how SMEs approach this theme. We sat down with business leaders from different industries to discuss their perspectives, as well as opportunities and challenges surrounding sustainability.Beyond reducing their carbon footprints, we also touched on long-term business growth.

You'll hear their candid reflections on how their sustainability journeys began, whether initially driven by opportunities or external factors. We also address a common concern –how can businesses balance sustainability efforts with profitability?

Gather insights from UOB's recent study on rising costs, market expansion, and more. Take away practical advice, tools and resources available to SMEs to get started on building sustainable businesses. We also discuss what sustainability reporting and planning for the future could mean for your company in the years ahead.

Join us for an informative discussion on this topic.

For more information on UOB’s recent study: https://go.uob.com/4gSi0rA

00:00 - Intro

00:57 - Guests' Introduction

05:52 - How do you balance sustainability with business growth?

10:16 - What does sustainability look like in practice for you?

24:38 - How do sustainability efforts impact consumer choices and business differentiation?

29:22 - What advice would you give competitors struggling to implement sustainability while barely surviving?

32:42 - When should SMEs start focusing on advanced business strategies?

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Are million dollar HDB flats a phenomenon or just the realisation of an underlying issue? In this episode, we sit down with renowned sociologist Chua Beng Huat Emeritus Professor, NUS and Visiting Fellow, SMU, to understand the factors that have led to this situation.

Professor Chua provides insights into the origins of Singapore's public housing policy and how HDB flats have transitioned from being a social welfare good to an instrument for private wealth accumulation. He explains how this unintentionally contributes to income inequality in Singapore.

As the discussion delves deeper, Professor Chua shares his perspective on whether the government is still in control of the housing market and if selling your million dollar flat is a smart move.

Don't miss this fascinating conversation that sheds light on the complexities surrounding the future of affordable public housing in Singapore. Tune in to get Prof Chua's analysis and hear more about the larger moral and political implications at play.

Professor Chua's provocative analysis of how Singapore's public housing policy in his book "**Public Subsidy, Private Accumulation: The Political Economy of Singapore's Public Housing**" is a must-read for those seeking a deeper understanding of the unintended consequences of well-intentioned social programs.

02:47 - Could you share the journey that led to your current, widely recognised position?

06:20 - Could you briefly introduce your book and its core message for our audience?

10:29 - Could you provide our audience with an understanding of the factors behind the phenomenon of million-dollar flats?

19:31 - Is it accurate to say that a primary goal of the BTO scheme is to stabilize HDB prices, potentially impacting homeowners?

24:05 - What advice do you have for professionals using the HDB system to enter the private market?

32:07 - How can we maintain the affordability of HDB while acknowledging its quality and benefits?

36:40 - What is your perspective on the new HDB Plus and Prime initiatives?

40:48 - What advice would you offer to working professionals based on your experiences?

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