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The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo

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Stay in the know with programs such as Viewpoint and Industry Insights in property, cryptocurrency, aviation, and shipping. We delve into the latest news, current events, and market updates to provide you with valuable insights into making informed financial decisions.

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Vincent Chin
Managing Director and Senior Partner at Boston Consulting Group
Boston Consulting Group
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Sarah Koh
Technology journalist covering Syncpass and digital space
The Straits Times
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William Petty
Regional Events Manager for Southeast Asia at Hyrox
Hyrox
Episode: Industry Insight: Why HYROX has become a staple in Asia
CK Tan
APJ Innovation Officer at ServiceNow
ServiceNow
Episode: Industry Insight: Why customer experience still falls short even with AI
Zhou Chenyu
Co-creator of Docky AI
Docky AI
Episode: Good Tech: Young innovators tackling maritime port congestion with AI
Kunhee Park
ETF equities investment strategist at State Street Investment Management
State Street Investment Management
Episode: Industry Insight: When geopolitics hits markets — What ETFs are signalling in Asia
Ram Bojeesh
Senior Regional Director for Southeast Asia and India at Meltwater
Meltwater
Episode: Industry Insight: The evolution of Singapore’s influencer economy
Nesh Selva
General Manager
Timezone Singapore
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Jacky Poo
Co-founder, Flow Coffee
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Lynlee Foo
Host of The Afternoon Update, providing insights into industry trends and market updates across various sectors.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
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    Im so happy because my dad is in one of your interviews ( it was in August 2020 )i love (times infinite)love him!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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    Singapore10 months ago

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Good Tech: Young innovators tackling maritime port congestion with AI
Q: So did you have to do a lot of research, spend time reading up on how ships move, how anchorage works, that kind of thing?
Yes, I spent several hours researching the maritime process and used AI tools to understand how a vessel moves through anchorage allocation, which helped shape Docky AI.
Industry Insight: Why customer experience still falls short even with AI
Q: How should businesses balance automation with the human touch, especially for complex or sensitive issues?
He emphasizes that 80% of customers still prefer a phone call for real issues, and only about 8% of executives prioritize phone channels; the balance is ensuring AI handles simple tasks while humans tackle sensitive issues, with intelligent redirection when context is lost.
Industry Insight: Why customer experience still falls short even with AI
Q: CK, can you give us some examples of how that is playing out currently, both from the positive and negative sides of things?
CK shares a hotel booking scenario where AI-assisted changes work well, contrasted with frequent issues like customers repeating themselves and getting stuck in loops, highlighting the need for proper human handoff and better data integration.
Industry Insight: Why HYROX has become a staple in Asia
Q: What makes Singapore a 'golden market' for Hyrox in Southeast Asia?
Singapore offers a strong fitness community, excellent venues like the National Stadium, a significant network of gyms and wellness brands, and solid partner support, which together create an ideal launchpad for regional growth.
Industry Insight: Why HYROX has become a staple in Asia
Q: How does Hyrox plan sustainable growth across the region?
Hyrox uses a controlled rollout strategy, starting with a limited number of markets, ensuring the product quality, brand integrity, and operational readiness before expanding further, while focusing on an ecosystem approach that includes gyms, partners, and spectators.

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