HR Expert: 2026 SG Job Market (What you REALLY NEED TO KNOW) | #DailyKetchup EP517

Why are we spending a BILLION dollars on AI? Why are we “going to space”?? What about my bread and butter issues???? In this episode, we learn more about Singapore’s deep tech scene! - Considering a career in Deep Tech? Discover talent programmes for working professionals — PowerX and Helix — here: https://www.sginnovate.com/career-dev... - The Daily Ketchup Podcast is powered by Rezt n Relax, Grey & Sanders and TakeASeat.sg. Get 10% off EVERYTHING at Grey & Sanders with 'WOODKETCHUP' at https://greyandsanders.com Get 5% OFF Storewide at TakeASeat.sg with 'TheDailyKetchup' at https://www.takeaseat.sg Discover sophisticated interior transformations with Rezt n Relax at www.reztnrelax.com Subscribe for more content like this: https://linktr.ee/dailyketchup We're also on Spotify: https://bit.ly/dailyketchupSpot If you have any stories to share, let us know here: https://forms.gle/XRRtnMG1w56M8yrFA For business/sponsorship enquiries: [email protected] Work with us : http://grvty.media/careers Be part of our projects : Stay tuned ;) ===== Follow Us On Our Socials • Facebook:   / mosg.tv   • Instagram:   / dailyketchup   • TikTok:   / thedailyketchup   • Website: https://mosg.tv Cast: • Daniel Lim   / danlim11   • Jonathan Paul   / jonathanpaul.sxw   • Alison Tan   / alisonaliceally   • Raja   / sirhotlaps   • Denise Oh   / ohthedenise   Edited by: Samuel Kong 00:00 - Intro: Why Is Singapore Investing in Space? 01:32 - Biggest Misconceptions About Singapore's Space Strategy 02:15 - Will Singapore Ever Have Its Own Astronaut? 04:32 - What Is SG Innovate & What Is "Deep Tech"? 05:27 - How SG Innovate Bets on Emerging Industries 07:00 - Emerging Technologies on the Horizon 08:01 - Is Nuclear / Fusion Actually Safe? 09:31 - Fusion Technology Used in Cancer Treatment 10:31 - Where Singapore Stands Globally in Tech 11:43 - Singapore's AI Investment Explained 12:58 - AI: From Niche Science to Everyday Tool 14:22 - AI Surveillance: Where Does It Cross the Line? 15:02 - The Real Challenge: Mindset, Rollout & Regulation 15:48 - You Don't Need to Be a Scientist to Work in Deep Tech 16:22 - Biggest Challenges Companies Face Hiring Talent 17:02 - What Startups Are Really Looking For 17:40 - How to Spot the Right Candidate in Interviews 18:43 - The Deep Tech Talent Shortage 20:00 - What Jobs Are Actually Being Created in Deep Tech? 20:30 - Career Transition Programs: PowerX & Helix 21:46 - What Should Students Study for the Space Sector? 23:43 - How Career Attitudes Have Changed Over Generations 25:01 - Job-Hopping vs. Staying Loyal 26:20 - How Companies Need to Evolve to Keep Talent 27:22 - The #1 Mistake in Talent Retention 28:21 - Advice & Real-Life Example: Pivoting into Deep Tech 30:24 - Will AI Replace Entry-Level Jobs? 31:00 - Advice for Fresh Graduates + Real-World Programs 32:11 - How the Government Reduces Risk for Companies 33:35 - Outro 34:00 - BONUS CLIP: The Fusion Water Droplet Debate