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Proton S70 Lite Debuts as Budget-Friendly Sedan Under RM60,000
Proton expands its sedan lineup with a new naturally-aspirated S70 variant designed to bridge the gap between the Saga and the turbo-charged S70.
ASEAN Regulators Pivot Toward Private Capital to Bridge Climate Funding Gap
Securities Commission Malaysia hosts regional summit to attract private investment into essential climate adaptation and transition projects.
Maybank Regains Full Control of Etiqa Following €1.1B Buyout of Ageas
Belgium-based insurer Ageas has concluded its quarter-century partnership with Maybank, paving the way for the Malaysian banking giant to consolidate its insurance operations.
Honda Drops CB750 Hornet Price to RM44,999 with Standard E-Clutch Tech
The updated 2026 Honda CB750 Hornet arrives in Malaysia with a significant price adjustment and advanced automated clutch technology as standard.
Avisena Healthcare Refutes Claims Of Personal Stake By Billionaire Henry Kravis
The Malaysian healthcare group clarifies that a minority investment was made by institutional funds managed by KKR, not an individual.
BYD Abandons Tanjung Malim Plant Plans, Shifts Local Assembly Strategy
The Chinese electric vehicle giant is pivoting away from a dedicated facility in Perak in favor of alternative local assembly partnerships.
Malaysian Feature Belang – The Silent Tigers Heads to Toronto Festival
Filmmaker Arangkannal Raj’s latest work earns international recognition at the upcoming Toronto International Tamil Film Festival.
Grab Reportedly Exploring Acquisition of Fintech Firm Atome
The regional super-app is reportedly eyeing a deal to absorb the SoftBank-backed buy-now-pay-later specialist as part of its ongoing aggressive expansion strategy.
Eight Malaysian Banks Secure Spots on Inaugural Forbes Global Performance Ranking
Malaysia’s leading financial institutions have been recognised for their financial performance in a new worldwide bank assessment by Forbes and Statista.
EPF Strengthens Position in IOI Corp With Fresh Share Acquisition
The national provident fund has raised its direct stake in the plantation giant to 17.645 percent following a series of market purchases.
Anthropic Detects Sophisticated AI Influence Campaign Targeting Malaysian Voters
An Istanbul-based firm is allegedly using the Claude chatbot to automate political influence operations across all 222 of Malaysia's parliamentary constituencies.
Anthropic Reports Claude AI Used for Influence Operations in Malaysia
Over a thousand fake X accounts were leveraged in a coordinated campaign to manipulate local state elections using Anthropic’s generative AI.
Beyond Infrastructure: MBSB Bank Urges AI Adoption Focus for Budget 2027
Malaysia must shift its artificial intelligence strategy from building data centres to integrating AI into local business operations to ensure long-term economic resilience.
Budget 2027 Projected to Reach Record RM440.9 Billion Expenditure
Putrajaya is expected to balance growth and fiscal discipline in the upcoming federal budget.
Vietnamese Grab Drivers Plan Weekend Boycott Over Rising Commission Fees
Ride-hailing drivers in Vietnam are organising a collective protest against Grab’s service charges, citing significant declines in take-home pay.
Mitsui and Oncoshot Partner to Boost AI Oncology Research in Malaysia
Japan’s Mitsui & Co. will deploy Oncoshot’s AI platform across the IHH Healthcare network to streamline cancer-clinical data analysis.
Lenovo Launches New IdeaCentre AIO Desktop Series Across Malaysia
Lenovo has introduced its latest IdeaCentre AIO line in Malaysia, featuring Intel Core 7 350 processors and a variety of aesthetic options.
Southeast Asian Mobile Network Emissions Climb 20% Amid Green Energy Hurdles
A new GSMA report highlights a significant rise in carbon emissions across regional telco operations despite increased data traffic and connectivity.
Vietnam Grab Drivers Organise Strike Over Declining Earnings
Growing frustration over fee structures in Vietnam sees drivers coordinate a two-day nationwide boycott of the ride-hailing platform.
Limited-Run 449 PS BYD Atto 3 Performance Hits Malaysian Market
BYD introduces an exclusive all-wheel-drive variant of its popular electric SUV, limited to just 69 units nationwide.
BYD Launches Limited Edition 330kW ATTO 3 Performance in Malaysia
The high-performance variant of the popular electric SUV arrives with AWD and a restricted production run of just 69 units.
Ringgit Dips as US Inflation Data Fuels Fed Rate Hike Bets
The local currency faced selling pressure this morning as stronger US producer price data bolstered the greenback and global interest rate expectations.
Ringgit Softens Against US Dollar Amid Robust American Economic Data
The Malaysian currency traded lower early Wednesday as a strengthening greenback dampens market sentiment following positive US economic indicators.
Shopee Launches VIP+ Subscription Tier Featuring Bundled Netflix Access
The e-commerce giant is expanding its ecosystem in Southeast Asia with a new premium membership that integrates video streaming services.
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Opens Registrations for Facelifted W223 S-Class Limousine
The updated flagship luxury sedan shifts to a mild-hybrid petrol powertrain with an estimated starting price of RM950,000.
Malaysian Police Execute Record RM2.4 Billion Narcotics Bust In Puncak Alam
A sophisticated drug manufacturing syndicate has been dismantled in Selangor, marking the single largest drug seizure recorded in Malaysia for 2026.
Paragon Globe Secures RM45 Million Johor Data Centre Earthworks Contract
The construction firm will handle site preparation and retaining walls for a new data centre development in the southern state.
Perodua Bezza Maintains Lead as e.MAS 5 Surges in August Sales
While local budget sedans continue to dominate the top of the registration charts, the Proton e.MAS 5 has made a significant breakthrough into the top five.
Malaysia EV Sales Hit Record High Driven by Proton e.MAS 5 Surge
August 2026 marked a historic milestone for the local electric vehicle market, with total registrations reaching 8,833 units.
Proton S70 Surges to Record August Sales, Dominating Sedan Segment
The Proton S70 has recorded its strongest monthly performance to date, signaling a robust recovery in the competitive C-segment market.
