CULTURED TIME

Why AI Bias is Existential with Dr. Joy Buolamwini

<div><div><img src="https://assets-global.website-files.com/5f0e1294f002b1bb26e1f304/653990a1ef43cffb1a282c4d_77-your-undivided-attention-Dr.-Joy-Buolamwini-social.png" style="width: 100%;"><div>Dr. Joy Buolamwini, the founder of the Algorithmic Justice League, argues that the most urgent risks from AI are algorithmic bias, discrimination, and the concentration of power in tech companies.</div></div></div>

Terraforming Singapore

<div><div><img src="https://cdn-media.kontinentalist.com/is-land-reclamation-in-singapore-worsening-the-global-sand-mining-crisis/is-land-reclamation-in-singapore-worsening-the-global-sand-mining-crisis-1682511177.jpg" style="width: 100%;"><div>Illegal sand mining is reaching crisis levels in Southeast Asia. Can Singapore rethink its reliance on sand for land reclamation and development?</div></div></div>

Ocean-inspired Watches that are Making Waves

<div><div><img src="https://www.portfoliomagsg.com/external/cimage/img.php?src=OceanStar_Tribute_SpecialEdition_M026.807.11.041.01_PR2.jpg&amp;w=600&amp;h=315&amp;crop-to-fit" style="width: 100%;"><div>Summer may be drawing to a close, but these ocean-inspired timepieces will always be ready to join you on your next aquatic adventure.</div></div></div>

My holiday Spotify playlist

<div><div><img src="https://assets.gatesnotes.com/8a5ac0b3-6095-00af-c50a-89056fbe4642/12eac844-3de9-4425-a046-6d039e486bcf/20231023-Spotify-TGN_Assets-001-social_share_1200x630.jpg" style="width: 100%;"><div>Bill Gates shares his soundtrack to the holiday season of music from around the world including Bing Crosby, Madonna, Nat King Cole, Gloria Estefan, and more.</div></div></div>

Oktoberfest at Brotzeit is a Party Not to be Missed

<div><div><img src="https://www.portfoliomagsg.com/external/cimage/img.php?src=Brotzeit296931a.jpg&amp;w=600&amp;h=315&amp;crop-to-fit" style="width: 100%;"><div>Be it at one of the restaurant’s events or your office party, Brotzeit is ready to bring the Oktoberfest revelry to you.</div></div></div>

Passionate Pursuits

<div><div><img src="https://www.portfoliomagsg.com/external/cimage/img.php?src=Omega%20Watches%20-%20Passionate%20Pursuit%20Landscape.png&amp;w=600&amp;h=315&amp;crop-to-fit" style="width: 100%;"><div>Behind the accolades, innovation, and glamour of Omega is a world of collectors whose devotion to the brand transcends cosmetic appeal. Discover the captivating chronicles of two horological enthusiasts.</div></div></div>

An email from my younger self

<div><div><img src="https://assets.gatesnotes.com/8a5ac0b3-6095-00af-c50a-89056fbe4642/ec35f160-7d16-40f4-ac7a-6adadac26f2e/Science_Books_20230131_wide-feature_1200x580.jpg" style="width: 100%;"><div>Bill Gates finds an old email with a list of science books he recommends including Weather for Dummies, The Atmosphere, Physical Geology, and Planet Earth.</div></div></div>

Guest View: Reinventing Kopi

<div><div><img src="https://www.portfoliomagsg.com/external/cimage/img.php?src=Reinventing_Kopi.jpg&amp;w=600&amp;h=315&amp;crop-to-fit" style="width: 100%;"><div>The evolution of kopi, Singapore’s beloved beverage.</div></div></div>

Is this really an unrivaled era of innovation?

<div><div><img src="https://assets.gatesnotes.com/8a5ac0b3-6095-00af-c50a-89056fbe4642/b210ee70-a073-4f4f-8f6f-433c317d1181/20231023-VaclavSmil-TGN_Assets-001-wide-feature_1200x580.jpg" style="width: 100%;"><div>I review Invention and Innovation by my favorite author, Vaclav Smil. In this book he questions whether we’re really living in an unrivaled era of innovation.</div></div></div>

Taste: Where to Eat Now, Aug/Sept 2023

<div><div><img src="https://www.portfoliomagsg.com/external/cimage/img.php?src=Publico%20Ristorante_Publico%20Signatures.jpg&amp;w=600&amp;h=315&amp;crop-to-fit" style="width: 100%;"><div>New restaurants, new menus, new experiences. Navigate Singapore’s vibrant dining landscape with this roundup of the latest eats.</div></div></div>

Keeping it Simple

<div><div><img src="https://www.portfoliomagsg.com/external/cimage/img.php?src=PP_6007G_011_DET-24666_5722_50093.jpg&amp;w=600&amp;h=315&amp;crop-to-fit" style="width: 100%;"><div>The season’s best picks for when you just want a watch to do what it does best — tell the time.</div></div></div>

A Trip Back to the Fabulous '70s with Acerbis

<div><div><img src="https://www.portfoliomagsg.com/media/uploads/4_Acerbis_DuePiu%CC%80_NandaVigo_AlbertoStrada.jpg" style="width: 100%;"><div>It was back to the '70s for Acerbis at Salone del Mobile 2023, where key pieces from the glamorous decade proved that they fit right in with 21st century interior design.</div></div></div>

The Future is Steel

<div><div><img src="https://www.portfoliomagsg.com/media/uploads/Chopard's%20new%20products%20in%20Lucent%20Steel%E2%84%A2.jpg" style="width: 100%;"><div>Chopard sets the sustainability bar high with a promise that by the end of 2023, all its steel watches will include 80% recycled steel. And that’s only the beginning.</div></div></div>

Sunday Reverie at Fiamma

<div><div><img src="https://www.portfoliomagsg.com/media/uploads/Fiamma_Sunday_Brunch_3.png" style="width: 100%;"><div>Beat the summer heat and head to Capella Singapore to indulge in cold champagne and delicious Italian fare at the recently-launched Sunday Champagne Brunch at Fiamma</div></div></div>

Fritz Hansen: New and updated design features

<div><div><img src="https://www.portfoliomagsg.com/media/uploads/fh-pk4-naturalhalyard-stainlesssteel-pk62-pk63-ki-6556-f-olivegreen-lissoni-sofa-wide-copy%20(2).jpeg" style="width: 100%;"><div>Fritz Hansen has upgraded the legendary designs of Poul Kjærholm's PK4 and Arne Jacobsen's Ant chair.</div></div></div>

Handing the Keys to Success

<div><div><img src="https://www.portfoliomagsg.com/media/uploads/230303_03092023_wendy_006.jpg" style="width: 100%;"><div>A female entrepreneur shares fresh views on providing for the needs of women to make it big in the STEM workplace A collaboration between Portfolio and YPO</div></div></div>

Flavor Journey with KI NO BI

<div><div><img src="https://www.portfoliomagsg.com/media/uploads/Screenshot%202023-05-31%20at%203.31.32%20PM.png" style="width: 100%;"><div>Don't miss the KI NO BI Omakase Series in Singapore this June, where some of the country’s top Japanese chefs and establishments create exclusive omakase menus that pay tribute to the Japanese gin's unique character and flavor.</div></div></div>

What's In My Portfolio: Stephanie Leung

<div><div><img src="https://www.portfoliomagsg.com/media/uploads/Stephanie_Leung_Stashaway.jpg" style="width: 100%;"><div>Stephanie Leung is the Chief Investment Officer of StashAway</div></div></div>

Grand Seiko: Force of Nature

<div><div><img src="https://www.portfoliomagsg.com/media/uploads/Grand_Seiko.png" style="width: 100%;"><div>With new headquarters in Singapore, Grand Seiko Asia Pacific is all set to build on the brand’s visibility in the region, showcasing the rich heritage and craftsmanship of Japanese excellence.</div></div></div>

Great books, songs, and shows for the summer

<div><div><img src="https://assets.gatesnotes.com/8a5ac0b3-6095-00af-c50a-89056fbe4642/d67395c9-1fa8-42be-b063-81b950eead36/summer-list_2023_summary_social-share_1200x630_02.jpg" style="width: 100%;"><div>Each year, Bill Gates publishes his summer book recommendations. This year he added a Netflix series and a few dozen songs.</div></div></div>