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Malaysia and Japan Ink US$6 Billion Currency Swap Deal to Bolster Stability

The new bilateral swap arrangement strengthens financial ties between Bank Negara Malaysia and the Bank of Japan to support regional liquidity.

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Rising Oil Prices Threaten Malaysia’s Fiscal Stability Despite Inflation Curbs

While government subsidies currently shield Malaysians from volatile energy costs, analysts warn that long-term fiscal pressures are mounting.

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Microsoft Releases Emergency Fix for Windows 11 USB Audio Issues

An out-of-band update addresses a critical bug that silenced audio output for specific USB-connected devices across multiple versions of Windows 11.

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Malaysia Poised for Sustained Economic Expansion Through 2035

A new report projects a steady 4.3% annual GDP growth rate for Malaysia, driven by strategic positioning in the global semiconductor and AI infrastructure sectors.

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Tupai.ai Pivots From Beta Bot to Peer-Led Math Reform in Schools

With national maths proficiency stalling, this Malaysian startup is scaling a human-centric AI model to bridge the education gap.

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Malaysia Launches Enhanced MyKad Featuring NFC and 53 Security Layers

The national identification card receives a major security overhaul to combat counterfeiting through advanced polycarbonate construction and dual-interface chip technology.

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Crimson BYD Sealion 7 Spotted in KL Hints at New Limited Edition

A striking red variant of the updated BYD Sealion 7 has surfaced in Kuala Lumpur, fueling speculation of an upcoming limited-run release for the Malaysian market.

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Sabah’s 40% Net Revenue Claim Stays Open Beyond RM1.5 Billion Interim Grant

Minister Datuk Mustapha Sakmud clarifies that the RM1.5 billion interim grant is not the final settlement for Sabah’s constitutional revenue rights.

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BYD Launches Limited-Edition Hibiscus Red Sealion 7 for Malaysia Day

To commemorate Malaysia Day, BYD Malaysia has introduced a rare 16-unit exclusive version of its high-performance electric SUV.

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PTT Synergy Bags RM83 Million Contract for Bandar Bukit Raja Development

The construction firm will handle critical earthworks for Sime Darby Property’s latest business park expansion in Klang.

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KLIA Streamlines E-Hailing Entry Fees To Flat RM2 Rate

Malaysia’s main airport gateways have unified pick-up charges to lower costs for passengers and drivers alike.

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nanoSkunkWorkX raises US$2 million

nanoSkunkWorkX — developing performance-critical interfaces for advanced semiconductor packaging — raised US$2 million, led by Tin Men Capital.

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Malaysia’s AI Data Centre Expansion Faces Critical Infrastructure Capacity Constraints

Rapid growth in data centre capacity threatens to outpace Malaysia’s power and cooling infrastructure, warns Delta Electronics.

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Wan Junaidi Urges National Maturity as Malaysia Celebrates Malaysia Day

Tan Sri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar calls for unity and collective reflection on the nation's progress during Malaysia Day commemorations in Kuching.

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Malaysia Eyes Deepened Economic Ties with Maldives to Boost Growth

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim seeks to leverage parliamentary cooperation and digital integration to unlock new trade and tourism opportunities between Malaysia and the Maldives.

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Fitch Highlights Malaysia’s Role in Emerging Islamic Crypto Finance Sector

Growing regulatory support and sharia-compliant frameworks are positioning Malaysia as a key hub for the gradual expansion of digital asset offerings within Islamic finance.

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Grab Moves to Acquire Majority Stake in Atome Financial for $1.49 Billion

The super-app is set to bolster its fintech offerings by purchasing a 60% stake in the regional buy-now-pay-later provider.

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Perodua QV-E Pricing Slashed By RM10,000 In Malaysia Day Promotion

Perodua has introduced a limited-time rebate for its electric hatchback, lowering the entry barrier for prospective EV owners.

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Disney+ Malaysia To Launch Revamped App Platform On 7 October

Malaysian subscribers will migrate to a global MyDisney account framework next month with no changes to existing subscription pricing or billing cycles.

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Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Previews New Hybrid CLA and Electric GLC Models

The German automaker showcases its latest hybrid and electric additions, confirming local assembly for the upcoming CLA 200.

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Grab Moves to Acquire 60% Stake in Atome for US$1.49 Billion

The regional super-app aims to bolster its fintech dominance by integrating Atome’s lending infrastructure into its Southeast Asian ecosystem.

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Proton S70 Prime MC2 Expands Sedan Lineup with Competitive Pricing

Proton’s upcoming naturally-aspirated S70 Prime aims to capture the budget-conscious segment with a feature-rich sub-RM70,000 price point.

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Grab Moves to Dominate Southeast Asian Credit with US$1.49B Atome Acquisition

The super-app’s controlling stake in the BNPL leader marks a pivot toward becoming a primary digital lender in the region.

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Maybank IB: SD Guthrie Share Selldown a Market Misunderstanding

Analysts maintain a bullish outlook on SD Guthrie after a temporary share price dip following PNB’s bond issuance.

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Grab Acquires 60% Stake in Atome for RM6.1 Billion

The regional super-app moves to consolidate its fintech influence by taking a majority stake in the popular BNPL provider.

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TP-Link Debuts Wi-Fi 8 in Malaysia with Focus on Network Stability

Malaysia becomes the first market in the Asia-Pacific region to receive TP-Link’s next-generation wireless networking technology.

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Malaysia Leads ASEAN in Race for Quantum-Resistant Cybersecurity

A new regional assessment identifies Malaysia as the only Tier 1 nation prepared for the looming threat of quantum computing.

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Malaysia Targets Expanded Market Access for Local Goods in India

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim confirms MITI will lead efforts to deepen trade ties and open new avenues for Malaysian exports in the Indian market.

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Ringgit Strengthens Amid Global Central Bank Anticipation

The Malaysian ringgit saw marginal gains against the US dollar early Tuesday as market participants brace for upcoming policy decisions from the Federal Reserve and the Bank of Japan.

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Butterfield FB Stumbles On ACE Market Debut With Double-Digit Opening Drop

Shares of the firm fell over 10 percent in early morning trading today as investors reacted coolly to the ACE Market listing.