International Women's Day: Quinny Lei, Asst Prof Iris Yu on challenges women face in tech industry

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A new study out of Singapore will spotlight the crucial role women in tech play across Southeast Asia, and encourage more women to pursue and thrive in tech careers.

Loke Wei Sue and Otelli Edwards spoke with Quinny Lei from Grab and Assistant Professor Iris Yu from NUS on the challenges women face in the tech industry. Ms Lei told CNA she entered the tech sector by chance, while Ms Yu talked about whether more girls are keen on a career in STEM. Loke Wei Sue and Otelli Edwards spoke with Quinny Lei from Grab and Assistant Professor Iris Yu from NUS on the challenges women face in the tech industry.

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