In an era of rising costs and economic shifts, Malaysian SMEs are finding their stride by going digital. See how business finances can be faster, seamless, and more secure with digitalisation and automation.

How Malaysian SMEs are navigating challenges and embracing digitalisation

Always looking to push the boundaries of what a tablet can offer, HUAWEI has unveiled the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2" 2025, signaling a new chapter in tablet computing with laptop-class performance confined to a slim aluminium chassis.

Redefining the Tablet Experience with the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2" 2025

The 46th ASEAN Summit, held over two days, has successfully showcased Malaysia’s digital strength through seamless, high-speed 5G internet connectivity.

ASEAN Summit Showcases Malaysia’s Robust 5G Connectivity

As the world accelerates its response to climate change, Malaysia is emerging as a frontrunner in aligning environmental stewardship with Islamic finance. This vision took centre stage at the recent “Shariah Leadership in Sustainability Conference”, part of CIMB’s The Cooler Earth Sustainability Series, where regulators, Islamic finance scholars and C-suite leaders gathered to explore the rise of shariah-compliant carbon markets.

From auction to action: Building Malaysia’s shariah-aligned carbon market

Few realise that even in this age of transition, for every ringgit generated from economic activities in Malaysia, 20 sen comes from oil and gas (O&G).

O&G IPO wins affirm ‘Road to Bursa’ strategy

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a defining force in the modern economy. For organisations navigating the complex path from aspiration to adoption, success requires a carefully planned roadmap incorporating purpose, processes and people.

Embracing digital now: How JCorp turns AI readiness into reality

Nestled within the City of Elmina’s most premium precinct to-date, right next to the Bukit Cherakah Forest Reserve and with close proximity to lifestyle amenities at Elmina City Centre, lies Elmina Ridge 2. This landed freehold project presents a curated selection of products, ranging from superlink to cluster to semi-detached homes, each designed to meet the needs of mid-sized and larger families, as well as those looking to upgrade to a more spacious home within a lush and tranquil setting.

Elmina Ridge 2: Forest-side living in the vibrant City of Elmina

In an era defined by disruption and digital acceleration, professionals must embrace lifelong learning to remain competitive. The University of Cyberjaya (UoC) has stepped up to meet this demand with a dynamic portfolio of postgraduate programmes, crafted for working adults seeking career advancement and specialisation.

Study on Your Terms: Balance Work, Life and Learning with Flexible Postgraduate Programmes at UoC

A sustainable lifestyle reflects personal values, focusing on daily choices that reduce environmental impact — such as energy use, waste and pollution — while enhancing overall quality of life. In sustainable investing, companies are evaluated not only on long-term financial performance but also on their commitment to environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices, including ESG and socially responsible investment (SRI) strategies.

Sustainable investing and financial planning in Malaysia

Observed annually on June 5, World Environment Day is a pivotal global platform, with its recurring calls for individuals, communities and industries to rally together to solve pressing environmental challenges.

How Malaysia’s palm oil industry is cultivating a greener tomorrow

Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM), a rapidly escalating form of digital crime, is a severe concern as children spend more time than ever in digital spaces — gaming platforms, messaging apps and social media. Online threats against children are increasingly worrying, with 2,240 cases of sexual abuse recorded in 2024. Kempen Internet Selamat (KIS), a national initiative by the Ministry of Communications and the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), aims to raise public awareness about online safety and strengthen community capacity to protect themselves and others. Tackling this issue requires collective action, with parents, educators, communities and platforms working together to raise awareness, strengthen safeguards and drive real action.

Online safety for children begins with collective action

Malaysia is on the cusp of a significant demographic shift. With individuals aged 65 or older expected to comprise 14% of its population by 2043, the country is set to witness the rise of an emerging economic segment known as the “longevity economy”. This transition to an “aged nation” is not just a social challenge; it is a powerful catalyst for new industries, services and innovations spanning senior-accessible infrastructure, specialised housing, assistive technologies, health and wellness, customised financial solutions, and innovation in food and nutrition — all tailored to the needs and preferences of older adults.

Malaysia’s demographic dawn: Preparing for the age of longevity

CFA Society Malaysia proudly hosted its annual Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Charter Award and Employer Recognition Program (ERP) Award Ceremony, bringing together finance professionals, industry leaders, and top employers in a celebration of excellence, perseverance, and shared commitment to lifelong learning and ethical leadership.

Bridging Ambition & Achievement Through CFA® Program

KUALA LUMPUR, 3 June 2025 – The Suite @ Jalan Ampang officially launched on 31st May 2025 with a grand ceremony that attracted over 400 attendees and celebrated an outstanding 80% unit take-up rate on the same day. The event, hosted on-site, showcased not only the development’s appeal but also the strength of its developer–agency collaboration, led by Bellajade Sdn Bhd and Vince Group.

The Suite @ Jalan Ampang Records Over 80% Sales at Grand Launch, Draws 400 Attendees and Offers RM1 Million Lucky Draw Prizes

Malaysia’s push towards digital transformation has been nothing short of impressive, ushering in new efficiencies and opportunities across sectors. Yet, amid the buzz of progress, a quieter challenge is emerging behind the scenes — digital fatigue.

But even as this issue rises, it bring...

Ideas: Malaysia’s workforce faces digital fatigue but culture shift offers hope

Thrifting has gained popularity in recent years, driven not only by the fact that the practice is sustainable but also because it makes items affordable. Sparked by Gen Z, this rising interest has led to more businesses curating specialised products and services in various segments. If you’re new...

Listicle: A place for everything pre-loved

The healthcare sector is undergoing a fundamental shift, with artificial intelligence (AI) offering a transformative means of improving patient outcomes, operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

In Southeast Asia, the integration of AI technologies is helping health systems cope w...

Healthtech: AI as a tool to enhance healthcare delivery

Investing has always been a challenge against human nature — fear, greed and the instinct to follow the crowd. However, recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have begun to shift the balance. Beyond processing vast amounts of data, AI is actively reshaping investor behaviour, mitigat...

AI vs instinct: How machines are rewiring investor psychology

To capitalise on the growing influence and opportunities of digitalisation in the service sector, the World Bank Group has called for a framework that balances technological change with policy reform across the East Asia and Pacific (EAP) region.

The World Bank, in its latest report “Se...

Study: Technology makes service sector the biggest contributor to productivity growth

Artificial intelligence (AI) is shifting from development to deployment, with inference — the use of trained AI models for real-time decision-making — poised to become central to everyday applications.

By 2030, inference workloads are expected to account for half of all data centre proc...

Perspective: Data centres must evolve to meet demands of AI

As Malaysian companies urgently prepare for the e-invoicing mandate, many businesses — especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the value chains of larger companies — face significant challenges such as outdated systems, integration complexity and the need for robust data security.
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Compliance: Complex integration, legacy infrastructure hamper SME shift to e-invoicing

When wreckage from the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 was discovered on Reunion Island in 2015 — thousands of kilometres from the suspected crash site — scientists traced its likely path across the Indian Ocean using sophisticated ocean forecast models. These tools simulate how debris dri...

Cover Story: Riding the tide

NEWS

Ministry of Digital launches RAI Portal for non-citizens

The Ministry of Digital and the National Digital Department (JDN) have launched a non-citizen segment on the MyGovernment Portal.

Developed as a one-stop centre for ...

Bits + Bytes: A Miscellany Of Technology

When the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) demanded detailed call and internet logs for the first three months of the year for the government’s Mobile Phone Data (MPD) project, concerns were raised about privacy, legal safeguards and data governance.

The regulato...

Issues: Anonymised data can still reveal information

KUALA LUMPUR (June 22): The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (Miti) has held discussions with leading tech giant&nbsp;Intel&nbsp;regarding the Intel’s plans on reinvestment and expansion of its operations in Malaysia.

Zafrul: Intel, Vishay set to expand semiconductor presence in Malaysia

JOHOR BAHRU (June 22): The OCBC Group has committed more than RM11 billion in financing to businesses in Johor since the start of 2024, as part of its long-term commitment to the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ).&nbsp;

OCBC commits over RM11b to Johor businesses, eyes further support for Johor-Singapore SEZ

KUALA LUMPUR (June 22): Malaysia’s discussions with the United States trade representative and the US secretary of commerce on ongoing tariff-related negotiations have made good progress, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Miti: Malaysia-US tariff talks making good progress

(June 21): FedEx Corp's founder and former chief executive officer Frederick Smith, who started the global delivery conglomerate with more than a dozen planes in the 1970s, has died, the company's CEO Raj Subramaniam said in memo to staff posted on its website on Saturday.

FedEx founder and exec chairman Frederick Smith has passed away, CEO tells staff

SYDNEY/JERUSALEM/TOKYO/LONDON (June 22): An organisation that monitors flight risks warned on Sunday that US strikes on Iran's nuclear sites could heighten the threat to American operators in the region, as some airlines cancelled flights to and from Dubai and Doha.

US airlines face heightened risks as global carriers bypass Middle East after attacks on Iran

ALOR SETAR (June 22): Kedah recorded RM4.2 billion in investments in the first quarter of this year (1Q2025), which is expected to generate over 1,400 job opportunities.

Kedah records investments totalling RM4.2b in 1Q2025

KUALA LUMPUR (June 22): The implementation of the new electricity tariff schedule&nbsp;starting July 1 is a clear reflection of the major reforms being undertaken by the government, particularly in the national energy sector, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.

Fahmi: New electricity tariff reflects major reform in national energy sector

KUALA LUMPUR (June 22): The appointment of PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar and Pakatan Harapan (PH) secretary general Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail as joint election directors is expected to give PKR an edge in the upcoming elections.

Fahmi: Nurul Izzah, Saifuddin Nasution’s appointment gives PKR advantage in upcoming elections

(June 22): The UK and its military assets weren’t involved in US strikes on Iran’s main nuclear sites, and is calling for a diplomatic solution to the crisis. &nbsp;

UK says it’s not involved in US strikes on Iran, urges talks

KUCHING (June 22): Interference by major powers such as the United States in the Iran-Israel conflict will only worsen the situation and undermine regional stability, as well as the global economy, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said on Sunday.

Anwar: US’ action in Iran-Israel conflict worsens situation, undermines stability

SINGAPORE (June 22): Singapore Prime Minister&nbsp;Lawrence Wong is making&nbsp;a five-day official visit to China from&nbsp;Sunday, at the invitation of Premier Li Qiang, according to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).

Singapore PM undertakes introductory visit to China, will attend Summer Davos

SEOUL (June 22): South Korea's top trade negotiator said on Sunday that he would raise concerns about potential US&nbsp;restrictions on chipmakers in China when he meets US officials in Washington this week for the third round of technical discussions in tariff talks.

South Korea to raise concerns to US over potential curbs on chipmakers' China operations

KUALA LUMPUR (June 22): The Malaysian Media Council (MMC) is the best platform to manage ethical issues of journalists, including the recent publication of an infographic regarding the appointment of Inspector General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail by a local newspaper, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.

Fahmi: Malaysia Media Council best platform to manage journalists’ ethical issues

Malaysia’s push towards digital transformation has been nothing short of impressive, ushering in new efficiencies and opportunities across sectors. Yet, amid the buzz of progress, a quieter challenge is emerging behind the scenes — digital fatigue.

But even as this issue rises, it bring...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is shifting from development to deployment, with inference — the use of trained AI models for real-time decision-making — poised to become central to everyday applications.

By 2030, inference workloads are expected to account for half of all data centre proc...

In an era of rising costs and economic shifts, Malaysian SMEs are finding their stride by going digital. See how business finances can be faster, seamless, and more secure with digitalisation and automation.

As Malaysian companies urgently prepare for the e-invoicing mandate, many businesses — especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the value chains of larger companies — face significant challenges such as outdated systems, integration complexity and the need for robust data security.
...

KYIV (June 22): Around 10,000 Russian soldiers are fighting in Russia's Kursk region, about 90 square kilometres&nbsp;(35 square miles) of which is controlled by Ukraine, Ukraine's top military commander said.

Ukraine fighting 10,000 Russian troops in Kursk region, Ukrainian commander says

To capitalise on the growing influence and opportunities of digitalisation in the service sector, the World Bank Group has called for a framework that balances technological change with policy reform across the East Asia and Pacific (EAP) region.

The World Bank, in its latest report “Se...

Investing has always been a challenge against human nature — fear, greed and the instinct to follow the crowd. However, recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have begun to shift the balance. Beyond processing vast amounts of data, AI is actively reshaping investor behaviour, mitigat...

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