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🇲🇾💻 Tech

iPhone 18 Pro Launches in Malaysia with RM5,499 Entry Price

Apple’s latest flagship series arrives in Malaysia with hardware upgrades, maintaining previous-generation pricing despite broader economic shifts.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Malaysia Unemployment: The Latest Official Figure (2026-06-01)

Labour force figures: Malaysia's 🇲🇾 unemployment rate held at 3.0% in June.

🇲🇾🔋 EV

EVgo and Regency Centers to Install 400+ Fast Chargers at US Plazas

A strategic partnership aims to integrate high-speed EV charging into everyday grocery shopping routines across the United States.

🇲🇾📡 Telco

Omesti Group Faces RM7.64 Million Legal Dispute Over Telekom Malaysia Project

Technology firm Omesti and its former subsidiary have been served with a lawsuit concerning unpaid software implementation fees.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Ringgit Retreats as Middle East Tensions Fuel Energy Inflation Fears

Geopolitical instability in the Middle East has pushed Brent crude prices to the US$100 threshold, pressuring the ringgit against the greenback.

🇲🇾📡 Telco

U Mobile Secures Top Network Spot in H1 2026 Rankings

Ookla names U Mobile Malaysia's top network for the first half of 2026, marking a pivotal moment before the telco's transition away from the DNB 5G infrastructure.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Malaysian Fuel Prices Rise Sharply Across All Grades for Mid-September

Unsubsidised petrol and diesel prices see a 25 sen increase for the week of September 10 to 16, 2026.

🇲🇾💰 Money

S&P Rating Highlights Malaysia’s Growth Resilience Amid Industrial Expansion

Malaysia’s economic outlook remains robust as manufacturing, infrastructure, and data centre developments fuel national progress.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Zetrix AI Justifies RM130 Million Acquisition Amidst Bursa Malaysia Scrutiny

The firm defends its high-valuation stake in MYEG Ventures, citing future growth potential over historical asset performance.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Prime Minister’s Cup Debate Seeks to Cultivate Future-Ready Critical Thinkers

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim highlights the critical role of structured debating in preparing Malaysian youth for a complex, globalised economy.

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Malaysia Fuel Prices This Week (2026-09-10)

New fuel prices are out 🇲🇾

🇲🇾💰 Money

Ringgit Dips Amid Market Nervousness Over Global Oil Price Volatility

The local currency retreated against the greenback on Wednesday as investors weigh the impact of rising global energy costs on the Malaysian economy.

🇲🇾💻 Tech

Xiaomi Challenges Foldable Market Supremacy with New 18 Fold Launch

As the foldable smartphone segment heats up, Xiaomi’s latest entry aims to disrupt the dominance of established rivals ahead of long-rumoured releases from Cupertino.

🇲🇾💰 Money

LFE Corporation Bags RM13 Million Electrical Subcontract in Ara Damansara Redevelopment

LFE Engineering has secured a major electrical and extra-low voltage contract for a commercial project in Selangor.

🇲🇾💻 Tech

Edifier X2 Pro Debuts In Malaysia Featuring AI-Powered Translation and Extended Battery

The new entry-level TWS earbuds arrive in the local market exclusively via Shopee, offering budget-conscious users advanced features like ANC and multilingual voice translation.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Maybank Consolidates Control of Etiqa Following RM4.83 Billion Buyout

Maybank has secured regulatory approval to acquire the remaining stake in its insurance arm, Maybank Ageas Holdings, to take full ownership of its regional insurance and takaful operations.

🇲🇾🤖 AI

Asus Malaysia Bundles Three Months of Google AI Subscription with Select Laptops

Malaysian customers purchasing eligible Asus and ROG laptops can now claim complimentary access to premium Google AI services worth nearly RM300.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Wholesale Firm Fined Over RM116,000 for Counterfeit Perodua Oil Distribution

A Shah Alam court has penalised a local company for trafficking imitation lubricants and packaging materials, highlighting ongoing risks in the automotive aftermarket.

🇲🇾💻 Tech

ASUS Malaysia Offers Three Months Free Google One AI Premium Subscriptions

Customers purchasing new ASUS laptops can now access advanced AI tools and extended cloud storage at no additional cost for a limited period.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Eleven Remanded in Ipoh Over Vehicle Ownership Transfer Fraud Syndicate

Authorities have detained six civil servants and five agents suspected of facilitating illegal vehicle transfers through falsified documentation.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Maybank Maintains Positive Outlook on Grab Despite Intensifying Delivery Market Rivalry

Grab’s mobility growth and improved delivery margins are shielding the company from regional competitive pressures, according to recent analyst reports.

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Penang Adhesive Maker GB Bond Eyes RM16.08 Million ACE Market Listing

GB Bond Holdings Bhd is set to debut on the Bursa Malaysia ACE Market, offering 64.3 million new shares to fuel its industrial expansion.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Former Tabung Haji Chairman Charged Over Multi-Million Ringgit Investment Scandal

Datuk Seri Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim faces charges of abusing his position in a case involving a RM193.5 million Tabung Haji investment.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Farm Price Holdings Graduates to Bursa Malaysia Main Market

The agricultural group completes its transfer to the Main Market, aiming to attract institutional interest following a successful ACE Market stint.

🇲🇾🔋 EV

Volvo EX90 Flagship Electric SUV Launches in Malaysia With 800V Architecture

The locally assembled seven-seater brings advanced charging speeds and a 617km range to the Malaysian premium EV market.

🇲🇾📡 Telco

U Mobile Leads Malaysian Network Rankings as Ipoh Records Fastest Speeds

U Mobile captures top honors in Ookla’s 2026 connectivity report while Unifi takes the lead in video streaming performance.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Khairulaming Hits Record RM4.3 Million In Single 9.9 TikTok Live Sales Event

The entrepreneur continues to dominate the digital retail space as his latest livestream event surpasses previous e-commerce milestones.

🇲🇾💻 Tech

Sika Demonstrates Windscreen Safety With Live Crash Test in Melaka

A controlled collision test at the MIROS PC3 laboratory proves that proper adhesive curing is essential for cabin integrity and passenger protection.

🇲🇾🔋 EV

Volvo EX90 Now Locally Assembled in Malaysia With Aggressive Pricing

The flagship electric SUV arrives at the Shah Alam plant with increased power, faster charging, and a significant entry price reduction.

🇲🇾💰 Money

Maybank Launches Savings+ to Democratise Micro-Investing via MAE App

The new Shariah-compliant feature allows Maybank users to start investing in money market funds with as little as RM10.