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Melaka Mulls State-Level Basic Salary Floor of Up to RM2,800

The state government is evaluating a proposal to significantly raise entry-level wages to combat the rising cost of living for its workforce.

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Zetrix AI Drops Stake in HeiTech Padu After Major Share Sale

Zetrix AI has exited its position as a substantial shareholder of HeiTech Padu following a large-scale off-market divestment.

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Government Issues Strict Guidelines on AI-Generated Jalur Gemilang Displays

National Unity Minister urges public to follow official protocols when using artificial intelligence to create or display the national flag.

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Ringgit Forecast to Trade Between RM4.04 and RM4.06 Next Week

The local currency faces renewed downward pressure as regional market trends weigh on the ringgit against the US dollar.

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Kenanga Forecasts Sustained Growth as OPR Holds Steady at 2.75%

Malaysia’s central bank is expected to maintain interest rates through 2026, supported by robust economic performance and stable inflation levels.

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Infrastructure Shortfalls Threaten Malaysia’s AI Ambitions, Warns BIMB Securities

Rapid AI adoption is hitting physical constraints in power, water, and connectivity that could hinder the nation's digital growth trajectory.

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Paul Wong to Headline Tiger Roar Asian Music Festival in Kuala Lumpur

The Beyond vocalist joins a multi-genre lineup at MIECC this Halloween as a digital-first music campaign culminates in a live concert event.

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AuMAS Resources Defines Maiden 110,000-Ounce Gold Deposit in Tawau

The Andrassy project in Sabah marks a significant expansion of Malaysia’s domestic precious metals exploration efforts.

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HB Global Initiates Legal Battle Over RM66 Million FRC Acquisition

The firm alleges fraud and conspiracy regarding a 2021 stake purchase tied to promised 5G infrastructure contracts.

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TQ Wuling Bingo EV Prices Cut Up To RM6,000 for Malaysia Day

The locally assembled B-segment hatchback sees its entry price drop to RM56,800 as TQ Wuling marks the national celebration with new rebates.

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APU Unveils Malaysia’s First NVIDIA-Powered AI Supercomputing Lab for Higher Education

The new facility aims to equip Malaysian graduates with the technical infrastructure required to build and deploy complex AI systems locally.

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Malaysian Manufacturers Prioritize AI Business Tools Over Factory Floor Automation

A new survey reveals local industry leaders are adopting AI for administrative efficiencies faster than for core production line upgrades.

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Holista Colltech and Swang Chai Chuan Partner to Target Global Collagen Market

A new 50:50 joint venture merges Australian raw materials with Malaysian-linked scientific expertise to capture a share of the multibillion-ringgit wound care sector.

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Ringgit slips as US Federal Reserve interest rate speculation persists

The Malaysian currency weakened against the greenback as markets await clarity on United States monetary policy.

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Malaysia Pushes for Deeper E-commerce Integration with China

Government aims to boost market access for local high-quality goods through a reciprocal cross-border digital trade strategy.

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Vivo V80 Lite 5G Lands In Malaysia With Industry-Leading 10,000mAh Battery

The new mid-range device brings extreme endurance to the local market with a promotional entry price of RM1,399.

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Key ASIC Partners With CT Vision for Massive 300MW Green AI Hub

The collaboration aims to anchor a large-scale artificial intelligence data centre in Malaysia, marking a significant step in the nation's digital infrastructure expansion.

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Malaysia Aviation Group Scales Up Operations With New Catering Hub And Routes

The national aviation group is expanding its flight network and infrastructure capacity to bolster Kuala Lumpur’s standing as a regional transit hub.

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Butterfield FB IPO Draws Strong Demand With 18.7 Times Oversubscription

The upcoming ACE Market debut sees robust investor appetite as the firm secures 18.7 times the required subscription for its new share issuance.

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PM Anwar Urges Resolution to Funding Deadlock Between KKDW and Finance Ministry

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has intervened to resolve a budgetary dispute stalling key rural development initiatives.

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SkyGate NHJ Scales Precision Engineering Operations In Perai Industrial Hub

The new joint venture facility in Penang aims to bolster high-tech manufacturing capacity through a strategic cross-border partnership.

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Anwar Supports New Oversight Measures for Tabung Haji Investments

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has endorsed moving Tabung Haji’s investment arm under the regulatory supervision of Bank Negara or the Securities Commission.

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Petronas Boosts Upstream Data Accessibility Through New Agentic AI Partnership

Malaysia Petroleum Management has tapped Iraya Energies to integrate agentic AI into the myPROdata platform, streamlining exploration insights for global investors.

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Malaysia and Macao Ink 60 Deals to Boost Cross-Border AI and Trade

Malaysian and Macao enterprises have formalised over 60 cooperation agreements spanning high-tech, AI, and tourism sectors to strengthen bilateral economic integration.

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Fortefi Debuts Digital Treasury Platform to Optimize Idle SME Capital

The Securities Commission-licensed firm introduces a digital solution allowing Malaysian SMEs to generate returns on operating cash while maintaining essential liquidity.

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AI Adoption Surges Among Malaysian Businesses Amid Digital Transformation

A new study reveals a significant uptick in artificial intelligence integration across the Malaysian private sector over the past year.

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SkyGate NHJ Technology to Build RM120 Million Smart Facility in Penang

The new investment aims to bolster Malaysia's smart manufacturing capabilities as the semiconductor sector continues its rapid expansion.

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Farm Price Holdings Set For September Main Market Migration

The agriculture supplier will transition its listing from the ACE Market to Bursa Malaysia’s Main Market early next month.

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Malaysian Banks Post RM9.58 Billion Profit Amid Sector Growth

While industry leaders continue to dominate earnings, smaller players reveal diverging performance trends in the second quarter of 2026.

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Sime Motors Leadership Eyes BYD Local Assembly in Shenzhen Visit

A strategic meeting between Sime Motors and BYD executives in China signals a potential shift toward local CKD production for the popular EV brand in Malaysia.