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Maybank and Haier Partner to Advance Smart Energy Ecosystem in ASEAN

Maybank has signed a Heads of Agreement with Haier Energy to support the development of a regional smart energy platform.

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Tencent Cloud Announces Third Availability Zone to Open in Johor

The new facility in Johor is scheduled to begin operations by November 2026 to support Tencent Cloud’s service offerings.

🇲🇾🤖 AI

China accelerates domestic AI hardware shift amidst supply restrictions

China is rapidly scaling its sovereign AI ecosystem as local chips replace foreign alternatives for model training and deployment.

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Malaysia Inflation Eases to 1.8 Percent in July 2026

The national inflation rate softened slightly in July, falling below market expectations and leading to calls for stable interest rates.

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Sabak Bernam Set for Growth with New Droneport-1000 Project

Selangor launches a dedicated facility to foster drone research and commercialisation in the region.

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West River Secures SEDA Feed-in Approval for Perak Hydropower Projects

West River Bhd has received regulatory approval to develop two small-scale hydropower projects in Perak under the national Feed-in Tariff system.

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Duopharma Biotech Records 32.2% Profit Growth in First Half of 2026

Favourable product margins and a strengthening ringgit bolstered Duopharma Biotech’s half-year earnings despite mixed revenue performance.

🇲🇾🔋 EV

GWM Malaysia Slashes Ora Good Cat Ultra Price Below RM100,000

The 2026 Ora Good Cat Ultra is now available for RM94,800 as part of GWM Malaysia's limited-time Merdeka promotion.

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2026 Moda Sporter-S SKII Debuts In Malaysia At RM17,998

The updated Sporter-S SKII introduces significant digital enhancements and suspension refinements for the Malaysian market.

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Butterfield FB Sets Sight on RM72 Million ACE Market Listing

Penang-based food ingredient manufacturer Butterfield FB Berhad has launched its prospectus for an upcoming initial public offering on Bursa Malaysia.

🇲🇾🤖 AI

Malaysia Launches AI Nation 2030 to Democratize Technology Access

The government’s new National AI Action Plan aims to extend artificial intelligence capabilities beyond large corporations to small businesses and agriculture.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Malaysia Records Strong 5.7 Percent Economic Growth In First Half

The national economy has surpassed initial projections set by Bank Negara Malaysia for the first half of the year.

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Proton Launches Month-Long Service Discount Campaign for Selected Models

Proton owners can now access RM70 in savings and complimentary vehicle inspections to coincide with upcoming national celebrations.

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Network School Relocates to Kazakhstan Following Exit From Johor

The educational entity has resumed operations abroad after facing regulatory scrutiny and subsequent closure in Malaysia.

🇲🇾💰 Money

G25 Group Advocates for Repeal of Universities and University Colleges Act

The civil society group argues that removing the long-standing act will encourage independent thought among Malaysian university students.

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Malaysia Subsale Property Prices Climb for Third Consecutive Quarter

National median subsale home prices reached RM380,000 in the second quarter of 2026 as market momentum continues to build.

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JPJ Opens Bidding for Latest QE and VRP Number Plate Series

Prospective vehicle owners can now place bids for the latest Sarawak and Kuala Lumpur number plate series through the official JPJ eBid platform.

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Shein Eyes $25 Billion Valuation for Upcoming IPO

The fast-fashion giant is preparing for a public listing at a valuation significantly lower than its previous peak.

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Bank Indonesia Launches New Credit Feature for QRIS Payments

CIMB Niaga joins eight payment service providers to facilitate the new credit card initiative.

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Ringgit Gains Ground Against Major Currencies Amid Shifting US Rate Outlook

The Malaysian ringgit strengthened against several global currencies this morning as market expectations for a September US interest rate hike cooled.

🇲🇾🤖 AI

OpenAI Secures Massive US Data Centre Lease Backed by Nvidia

A new 20-year agreement will establish a sprawling AI facility in Ohio powered by Nvidia technology and significant energy infrastructure investment.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Canada Faces Inflation Spike and Looming US Tariff Crisis

Rising gasoline costs have pushed Canada’s annual inflation to 3% as the nation braces for potential 50% US trade tariffs.

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Xiaomi Teases Redmi Note 17 Series With Massive Battery Capacity

The upcoming Redmi Note 17 series will debut a Pro Max model and feature a significant 10,000mAh battery.

🇲🇾🔋 EV

BYD Malaysia Announces Merdeka Promotional Rebates for Atto 3 and Sealion 7

Customers can enjoy significant price reductions on selected 2026 BYD electric vehicle models throughout the Merdeka promotional period.

🇲🇾🤖 AI

Singapore’s AI-Driven Economic Surge Creates Industry Divergence

Singapore reports strong economic growth fueled by AI infrastructure, though gains remain concentrated in select technology-heavy sectors.

🇲🇾📡 Telco

CelcomDigi Reports Steady First Half Earnings Performance

Kenanga Research maintains an outperform rating on CelcomDigi following solid growth in the first half of the 2026 financial year.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Affin Group and Baiduri Bank Partner to Boost Malaysia-Brunei Financial Links

A new memorandum of understanding aims to enhance cross-border banking services and trade opportunities for businesses in Malaysia and Brunei.

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YBS International Subsidiary To Purchase Perai Industrial Property For RM23.5 Million

Oriental Fastech Manufacturing is set to acquire a factory site in Penang to expand its operational footprint.

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Malaysia’s Bufori CS8 Ultra High Performance GT Reaches Final Production Phase

The Kepong-built luxury grand tourer is set for its first customer deliveries in the first quarter of 2027.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Ringgit Strengthens Against US Dollar Following Softer American Economic Data

The local currency saw gains across major and regional markets as cooling US economic indicators shifted investor sentiment regarding Federal Reserve interest rate hikes.