The dizzying price rise of Bitcoins in late 2017 got the attention of investors around the globe, including the most unlikely ones, in Singapore. Some have even made a living and killing, dealing in Bitcoin and other types of cryptocurrencies. In this week's Talking Point, we give you the low-down on the world of digital money, as host Khairudin Shaharom investigates, if you can get rich, off Bitcoin.

One of the most beloved icons at the Singapore Zoo gave its last breath on Wednesday (25/4). Inuka was the first polar bear to be born in the tropics 27 years ago. He was put down, due to prolonged ill health. Since his birth, he had captured the hearts and imagination of Singaporeans and foreign visitors alike. Join host Steven Chia as he gets exclusive behind-the-scene access, into Inuka's final days.

With Smart Phones doing everything from helping you to navigate, to searching for your favourite restaurant and getting you the best shopping deals... is your phone getting to know you a little too well? Voice controlled "intelligent assistants" like Apple's Siri and Google Assistant would deliver information upon hearing our voice. We use them to search for answers, set reminders, fix appointments. But do we really know when they're listening...

According to the World Health Organization, Singapore has one of the highest proportion of depressed people in Asia, and some of those suffering are children. Clinics treating six to 18 year-olds for mental illness, have reported hundreds of new patients each year. What would lead a child into the dark depths of depression? And how would you know if your child is depressed or simply acting out? Talking Point investigates.

There were 30 accidents involving Personal Mobility Devices (PMDs) and pedestrians on public paths between January and September 2017, with more cases being reported this year. Some causing serious injury to pedestrians. With legal speed limits of between 15 and 25km/hr, are PMDs too fast and riders, too reckless? This week on Talking Point, we show you the damage that can happen when a PMD and human collide, and ask if speed limits should...

Singapore has a dental hygiene crisis - half of the city's pre-schoolers have tooth decay. How are dentists and pre-school teachers battling to save our children's teeth? This week, Talking Point sinks its teeth into what is causing the cavities in our kids' set of ivories.

An estimated 1 in 10 Singaporeans over the age of 60 have Dementia. It’s a condition with no cure. But what’s more alarming, is that Dementia, once considered an “old person’s” disease, can happen to someone in their 30s! Join Talking Point host, Steven Chia, as he goes on a journey to uncover some startling truths about young-onset Dementia.

It's a multi-million dollar industry fuelled by parents who want to see their children ace exams. But do assessment books really help your child make the grade? This week on Talking Point, host Steven Chia examines our obsession with assessment books and discovers a troubling fact about industry standards.

We turn to them whenever we make a purchase, plan for a holiday or deciding on which restaurant to book. Online customer reviews. Can they be trusted? This week on Talking Point, host Steven Chia uncovers an intricate network of recruitment agents, ghost writers and businesses, driving fake reviews online. Find out how you can separate an honest review from a bogus one.

Instalment plans - attractive deal or a debt trap? This week, Talking Point investigates hire purchase agreements offered by some major retailers in Singapore, to reveal just how much you're paying for an electronic or home furnishing item. Does this form of credit work or will it lead you to spiraling debt?

Electricity tariffs reached the highest level in Q3 this year, since 2015. In July, water prices too, have gone up. 3 Singaporean families struggling with higher than usual bills go on a month-long challenge to change their habits. How far will they go to reduce their water and electricity usage at home? Join host Diana Ser, in a Talking Point Special, as she dishes out practical tips to help you save on your utilities bill.

Prices of durians have plunged due to an oversupply glut from Malaysia, with some stalls in Singapore even giving away their durians for free this week! Talking Point travels to durian farms in Johor to find out whats causing this oversupply and if the durians you're getting at record low prices are really worth your money. Plus the latest on the cyberattack to our healthcare system. Why were your health records targeted, and what happens when...

Sales of hidden cameras have been on the rise but so too their misuse. At least 5 men have been convicted so far this year, for filming unsuspecting women using hidden cameras in places such as toilets and changing rooms. This week, Talking Point host Diana Ser goes on a mission to uncover the secret dangers behind spy cameras and tells you how you can protect yourself.

Heavy vehicles such as trucks, lorries and trailers make up just 5 per cent of total traffic on Singapore roads. Yet, they're involved in about a quarter of all fatal road accidents. What's causing these accidents and how can we make our roads safer? Talking Point's Diana Ser uncovers an alarming trend that is potentially putting our drivers and pedestrians at risk.

The 99-year lease on public housing is here to stay. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong reiterated this during his National Day Rally speech. But he's assured Singaporeans that they will be taken care of when their flat's lease expires and announced new programmes aimed at giving old flats, a fresh look. How will the new measures affect the value of aging HDB flats?

An online petition has been launched demanding equal CareShield Life premiums for both men and women. This follows the announcement that women will have to pay more in premiums for the compulsory national severe disability insurance scheme. From essential goods and services to healthcare - is it more expensive to be a woman in Singapore, compared to a man? Talking Point's Steven Chia and Diana Ser investigates.

Two children in Malaysia have died from Hand, Food and Mouth disease. The first, a 17-month old from Penang. The deaths were traced to a virulent strain called EV-71. This same strain has infected a rising number of children in Singapore, as the weekly count of HFMD cases, climbs to a record high this year. What can we do to protect our children? And are we any closer to finding a cure? Join Steven Chia as he travels to Penang where the war a...

Regular, mid-range or premium - when it comes to fueling your car, which one do you choose? Some drivers may think, the higher the octane, the better it is for their car. But is it worth spending extra cash on premium fuel? Join Talking Point host Steven Chia as he puts the cheapest and most expensive petrol to the test. Find out which one gives your car better mileage and horse power.

No Added Sugar, Low Fat, Lite & Light – the list goes on. It's common for food labels to be prominently displayed on items sold in our supermarkets. But what do these labels really mean? This week, Talking Point host Daniel Martin hits the supermarket, and with the help of experts, break down the foods, revealing what's really inside, and tell you what the labels don't.

It's that time of the year when almost the entire nation gears up for the pivotal Primary School Leaving Examination or PSLE. While a campaign is underway extolling the virtue of Life Beyond Grades, how much of it is resonating with parents and their children? From tuition classes for parents to emotional coaching for students and even employers offering PSLE Leave! Talking Point host Steven Chia uncovers the frenzy building up to exam week.

They take care of our children, our elderly, tend to our homes and they're also being closely watched doing so. A local study shows that 1 in 5 domestic workers in Singapore live with surveillance cameras installed in their work place. When does the monitoring cross the line? And is it legal for employers to record and upload footage captured on their home CCTVs? Talking Point investigates.

Forget Facebook Live or Instastories. There's a whole host of other Live Streaming apps that are trending among teenagers. This week, Talking Point host Brendon Fernandez delves into the world of live streaming to discover some unsavory practices among users. What are our children exposed to on these platforms and how do we protect them?

More than a year since dockless bikes were introduced in Singapore, 3 of 8 operators have exited the scene, amid tough laws introduced to regulate the industry, and indiscriminate parking. What's been the impact on operators and commuters? Has the new regime made it less profitable to operate in Singapore and more inconvenient for users of shared bicycles?

The hunt is on for some 3,000 suitable candidates to enter the pre-school sector by 2020. But it hasn't been easy finding the right people and getting those already in the industry to stay. Why is it so difficult to find pre-school teachers? And what does it take to be one? Talking Point uncovers the joys and trials of being an early childhood educator, through the eyes of host, Diana Ser, who spends about a week, immersed as a Teacher Assistant,