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IOI Properties Receives Regulatory Green Light for Major REIT Listing
The Securities Commission Malaysia has officially approved IOI Properties Group Berhad to list its new real estate investment trust on the Main Market.
We Have the World's Second-Tallest Building. Here's What Second Place Would Actually Feel Like
Merdeka 118 gives us a skyline and a feeling. A thought experiment: which other second places would change an ordinary Tuesday in Malaysia?
EVPower Announces Large-Scale 27-Bay Charging Hub at Vitória Melaka
The new charging facility will feature a 1.28MW total capacity to support both rapid and long-stay EV charging needs.
Malaysia poised to gain as U.S. eyes restrictions on Chinese optics
Proposed import bans on Chinese optical transceivers could shift manufacturing demand toward Malaysian facilities to support AI growth.
Foreign Investors Return To Bursa Malaysia With Renewed Buying Interest
Institutional investors ended a two-month selling streak by pouring millions into Malaysian equities throughout July.
Sime Darby Property Appeals RM36.23 Million Refund Order to LLM
The property developer is challenging a High Court ruling concerning land compensation for the West Coast Expressway project.
AI Chip Demand Shifts Malaysia’s Electrical and Electronics Export Landscape
Growth in Malaysia’s semiconductor exports is increasingly fueled by the global artificial intelligence boom rather than currency fluctuations.
Maybank Joins MAS Initiative for Programmable Cross-Border Settlements
Maybank Singapore has partnered with the Monetary Authority of Singapore to develop advanced transaction banking infrastructure.
TikTok Shop Outlines Massive Expansion Plan for Singapore E-commerce
The platform aims to upskill thousands of sellers and content creators to bolster its regional ecosystem.
Qmed Asia and Intel Partner to Develop Smart Ward Monitoring Platform
The collaboration aims to integrate bedside patient data into a single, centralized dashboard for healthcare providers.
Xiaomi Malaysia Debuts Redmi 17 Series Featuring Massive 7,500mAh Battery
The new Redmi 17 series enters the Malaysian market with a large battery capacity and an accessible sub-RM1,000 starting price point.
Funding Societies Secures New Debt Financing Facility From MDV
Malaysia Debt Ventures Berhad has extended a new working capital facility to support SMEs through the Funding Societies platform.
MDV Partners with Funding Societies to Boost SME Working Capital
Malaysia Debt Ventures and Funding Societies are collaborating to provide increased financing options for local technology-driven small and medium enterprises.
Grab Reports Second Quarter Profit Surge Amid Scrutiny of Cash Flow
Grab Holdings posted a significant rise in quarterly profit, though concerns remain regarding the company's underlying operational spending.
Selangor Government Initiates Support Measures for Panasonic Employees Following Factory Closure
State officials are preparing to engage with affected staff to provide employment assistance and social support as the company plans its operational shutdown.
Bank Negara Warns of Shift in Online Fraud Tactics
Financial institutions face a growing challenge as the majority of scam losses now stem from authorised customer transactions.
Oriental Holdings Extends Deadline for RM411 Million Property Acquisition
The conglomerate has pushed back the conditional period for its hotel and property deal in Penang and Langkawi by two months.
Home Minister Targets Global Top 10 Spot for Malaysia’s Peace Ranking
Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has announced plans to bolster national security measures to improve the country's standing on the Global Peace Index.
Home Ministry Aims for Top-Ten Global Peace Index Ranking
The government is setting a new target to improve Malaysia’s international safety standing as it enters the 13th Malaysia Plan.
MACC Pushes for Whistleblower Protection to Improve Corruption Perception Standing
The anti-graft agency is calling for stronger protections for whistleblowers and administrative reforms to boost Malaysia’s global corruption ranking.
Immigration Department Prepares for Major Influx of International Formula 1 Visitors
Authorities anticipate a surge of up to 300,000 foreign arrivals at Sepang to coincide with global racing events.
Mobile sector set to add US$1.4 trillion to Asia Pacific economy
Growth in the mobile industry is expected to reach US$1.4 trillion by 2030 as connectivity evolves alongside new digital priorities.
Bank Vouchers Available for 8.8 Sales on Lazada and Shopee
E-commerce platforms Lazada and Shopee are launching 8.8 sales featuring various bank voucher promotions to help shoppers save on their purchases.
Tesla Opens Third Supercharger Location in Penang at Queensbay Mall
The new V4 charging facility at Queensbay Mall expands Tesla’s charging infrastructure in the northern region of Malaysia.
Xiaomi Introduces Entry-Level Redmi A7 Smartphone To The Malaysian Market
The new budget-friendly device features a 13MP rear camera and retains core specifications from its predecessor.
Google Expands Gemini-Powered Ask Maps Feature To Malaysia
Google is integrating its Gemini AI into Maps, allowing Malaysian users to utilize conversational search and automated agentic task management.
MIROS Launches Three-Month Trial For Highway Minimum Advisory Speed Limits
The Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research is testing advisory speed guidelines to manage lane discipline on three national highways.
Singapore Approves Renewable Energy Imports from Johor Projects
Two major solar power initiatives in Johor have received conditional approval to supply clean energy to Singapore by 2029.
U Mobile Debuts Enterprise Innovation Platform to Spur 5G-A and AI
The new collaborative hub offers Malaysian businesses a controlled sandbox to develop and test advanced digital solutions.
DeepSeek Signals Impending Price Hikes for AI API Services
The AI model provider intends to move away from aggressive low-cost pricing in favor of a more commercially viable business model.
