For the better part of an hour, Ng Yi Ming deftly unravels the mystery that is blockchain to me, a writer whose tech expertise barely extends beyond Excel. Decoding deep technology for the layman has become second nature to the 29-year-old, who has been running Tribe Accelerator, the Singapore-based blockchain accelerator he co-founded and is managing partner of, for over two years now. I am just one of those he enlightens every week, given the enigma that is blockchain and the fact that his company is one of the few of its kind in the world.
Tribe Accelerator is Singapore’s first government-supported blockchain accelerator and aims to enable start-ups to leverage blockchain solutions. It counts more than 40 global corporates including AXA, BMW Group Asia, Citibank, IBM, Intel, Temasek and more as partners. In just over a year, it has raised more than $40 million for its early-stage portfolio firms. The accelerator is the main arm of the Tribe group, where Yi Ming is co-founder and CEO. He likens it to a “professional matchmaker of the digital age” as it provides a neutral platform to connect corporations, governments, universities and technical talent in one ecosystem.
TECH FOR GOOD
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Double Take
Although somewhat dismissed by the contemporary art world as gimmicky, works that incorporate optical illusions remain immensely popular with the general public. Perhaps it speaks to our inherent need for something slightly magical in our everyday lives.
Plugged Into Wealth
Fintech advocate Carney Mak is bullish on disruptive technologies, but preaches deep understanding of business models before diving in.
Going for Green
SIMON ROGAN's visionary approach of cooking in tune with nature is inspiring chefs in Asia to be more sustainable.
TABLES TURNED
They could have their pick of the best schools, but more young super achievers from Asia are going to a hotel academy a choice they believe opens up more doors.
PRECIOUS HISTORY
Cleef Arpel TACHA VASSILTCHIKOV res her insights the jewellery house Peers preserving its patrimony and Heritage.
MARKS OF DISTINCTION
A clasp-free necklace that could be easily put on by the wearer, without assistance.
Colours of the Season
Thanks to K-pop stars, analysing colours to personalise make-up has surged, with theslategs service available from the boutique of Korean. brity make-up artist JUNG SAEM MOOL.
MAKING OF AN OPUS
In Hermes’ Barénia, in-house perfumer CHRISTINE NAGEL has realised a decade-long dream that harks back to her childhood stories.
Everywhere Care
Serums from homegrown skincare brand Blé de Fonty target more than just the face.
Pucker Up
Lip moisturisers are essential in Singapore’s air-conditioned environment. We share our personal favourites and introduce lip care that go the distance.
