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Redmi Note 17 5G Enters Malaysia Amid Competitive Mid-Range Smartphone Market

Xiaomi’s latest release targets the budget-conscious sector, going head-to-head with Realme and Samsung in the 5G device segment.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Weekly Fuel Prices Decline Across All Grades Starting September 3

Motorists will see a modest relief at the pump this week as prices for petrol and diesel record a five-sen reduction.

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Xiaomi Launches REDMI Note 17 Series in Malaysia Starting From RM849

Xiaomi’s latest budget-to-midrange smartphone lineup is rolling out across Malaysia, offering four distinct models catering to different connectivity and performance needs.

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Battle of the Mid-Range Titans: Redmi, Realme, and iQOO Face Off

The Malaysian smartphone market sees a fresh wave of competition as Redmi launches its high-capacity Note 17 Pro Max alongside rivals from Realme and iQOO.

🇲🇾💻 Tech

Xiaomi Launches Mijia Front Load Washer Dryer Pro in Malaysia

The new smart appliance offers a 12.5kg washing capacity and integrated drying features starting at RM2,399.

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Redmi Note 17 Debuts in Malaysia Starting From RM749

Xiaomi’s latest mid-range smartphone series hits the local market with a split-chip strategy for its 4G and 5G variants.

🇲🇾💰 Money

AirAsia Forges Historic Pegasus Airlines Partnership to Bridge Malaysia and Europe

The new codeshare agreement offers Malaysian travellers single-booking access to European destinations via Istanbul.

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AirAsia Forges Strategic Codeshare Alliance with Turkiye’s Pegasus Airlines

The budget carrier’s first-ever codeshare agreement bridges Southeast Asia and Europe, opening significant travel corridors via Istanbul.

🇲🇾💻 Tech

Communications Ministry Probes iQIYI Over Controversial Drama Series

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil warns of regulatory action if streaming content is found to violate national guidelines on social sensitivities.

🇲🇾🤖 AI

Alibaba Adds MuleRun and WonderClip to AI untuk Rakyat Initiative

Alibaba is bolstering Malaysia’s national AI literacy program by providing young Malaysians access to two of its specialized cloud-based tools.

🇲🇾💻 Tech

Malaysian Deep-Tech Startup nanoSkunkWorkX Secures US$2 Million Seed Funding

The semiconductor materials firm will use the new capital to advance its proprietary packaging technology toward commercial partner qualification.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Malaysia Manufacturing Growth Stays Positive Despite August PMI Slowdown

Growth in the manufacturing sector persists but at a reduced pace as businesses navigate a cooling demand environment.

🇲🇾🔋 EV

DC Handal Expands Charging Network with Six New Points at Sunway Velocity

The new installation at the Cheras mall adds a mix of DC and AC charging options, further increasing the convenience for local electric vehicle owners.

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Higher Education Triple Alliance Debuts With Landmark Philharmonic Collaboration

Taylor’s, Sunway, and Monash join forces for an orchestral performance signaling new cross-institutional integration.

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MNRB Holdings Seeks RM500 Million Liquidity Boost Through Commercial Paper Programme

The reinsurance giant looks to bolster its capital position as it navigates a robust domestic economic environment.

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Poco X8 Debuts In Malaysia Featuring Massive 8,340mAh Battery

The latest mid-range offering from Poco prioritizes extreme endurance with a significant jump in battery capacity and upgraded display technology.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Bursa Malaysia Edges Up As Banking Stocks Bolster Index Ahead Of BNM

The benchmark index saw modest gains at midday as investors positioned their portfolios ahead of the upcoming Overnight Policy Rate announcement.

🇲🇾🤖 AI

Alibaba Boosts Malaysia’s AI Talent Pipeline With New Automation Tools

Youth participants in the national AI programme can now access professional-grade automation and video creation software as part of a government-led tech initiative.

🇲🇾🔋 EV

Jaecoo J5 EV Debuts in Malaysia, Undercutting Initial Price Estimates

The locally assembled Jaecoo J5 EV launches at RM118,800, marking the brand’s first foray into the Malaysian electric vehicle market.

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Realme C100x Debuts in Malaysia With Massive 8,000mAh Battery

The new entry-level smartphone targets durability and battery longevity at an aggressive sub-RM1,000 price point for the Malaysian market.

🇲🇾🔋 EV

Jaecoo J5 EV Debuts in Malaysia at RM119k with Extensive Charging Perks

The locally assembled Jaecoo J5 EV joins the competitive Malaysian electric vehicle market, featuring a comprehensive introductory package for early adopters.

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Kuala Lumpur Startup nSWX Secures US$2M to Advance AI Chip Packaging

With founders boasting NASA and MIT credentials, nSWX aims to solve critical thermal and power challenges in next-generation AI hardware.

🇲🇾🔋 EV

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Names Kevin Barbian as New Chief Operating Officer

The veteran digital transformation leader takes the helm as the luxury automaker doubles down on its local EV and customer experience strategy.

🇲🇾🤖 AI

Alibaba Cloud Joins National Effort to Skill Youth in Artificial Intelligence

The partnership aims to provide 100,000 young Malaysians with expanded access to essential AI tools and learning resources.

🇲🇾💻 Tech

DayOne and TNB GenCo Eye 1.5 GW Power for Selangor Data Centers

The partnership aims to secure massive dedicated on-site power and battery storage to support upcoming high-capacity data center infrastructure in Selangor.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Guinness Malaysia Rewards Precision Pouring With New Top 30 Pub Rankings

Guinness Malaysia has leveraged consumer feedback and rigorous training to crown the country’s top 30 outlets for a perfect pint.

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Malaysia Returns to Forefront of Regional Health Policy at 17th AHMM

Kuala Lumpur hosts the Asean Health Ministers’ Meeting for the first time in two decades, signalling a renewed focus on regional health security.

🇲🇾📡 Telco

U Mobile Introduces 2Gbps 5G-Advanced Home Broadband Across Peninsular Malaysia

The new ULTRA Home 5G Pro service aims to push fixed-wireless boundaries, offering multi-gigabit connectivity without the need for traditional fibre infrastructure.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Ringgit Dips as Geopolitical Tensions and Fed Rate Hike Bets Mount

The local currency softens against the US dollar as crude oil price volatility and shifting US interest rate expectations trigger market caution.

🇲🇾🔋 EV

ChargeSini Slashes DC Fast Charging Rates Across Malaysia

EV owners can now access ChargeSini DC charging points starting from RM1.19 per kWh as the network adjusts its nationwide pricing structure.