Deputy Human Resources Minister Aims for Amendment to Sabah Labour Ordinance by Year End
Deputy Human Resources Minister Mustapha Sakmud has expressed his intention to complete the amendment process of the Sabah Labour Ordinance (SLO) before the year’s end. The amended SLO is currently under review by the attorney general, and stakeholders such as the state government, employers, workers’ union, and NGOs are being consulted to ensure the suitability of the proposed changes. The amendments aim to align the SLO...
Visa Appoints Chris Suh as Chief Financial Officer
Visa has announced the appointment of Chris Suh as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective August 1, 2023. Suh, previously the CFO of Electronic Arts (EA) and a former executive at Microsoft, brings a wealth of experience in finance and technology to his new role. He will be responsible for Visa’s financial strategies, planning, reporting, finance operations, and investor relations. SAN FRANCISCO, 21 June 2023 –...
Ragnarok Origin Unveils Exciting Updates, Including Cross-Server Guild League and Captivating Events
Gravity Game Hub introduces exciting updates to Ragnarok Origin, including the highly anticipated cross-server guild league and a series of captivating events, offering Malaysian players an enhanced gaming experience in the official sequel to Ragnarok Online. KUALA LUMPUR, 21 June 2023 – Gravity Game Hub is pleased to announce the release of significant updates for Ragnarok Origin, the highly anticipated official sequel to the...
Grab Holdings Implements Workforce Restructuring to Enhance Long-term Affordability
Grab Holdings, the leading ride-hailing and food delivery app in Southeast Asia, has announced a workforce reduction of 1,000 employees, approximately 11% of its workforce. CEO Anthony Tan emphasizes that this strategic restructuring is driven by the need to manage costs effectively and ensure long-term affordability, adapting to the evolving business landscape. SINGAPORE, 20 June 2023 – Grab Holdings, the leading ride-hailing...
OpenAI to Launch AI Model Marketplace, Enabling Developers to Sell Custom-built AI Models
OpenAI is reportedly planning to launch a marketplace where developers can sell their custom-built AI models based on its AI technology, allowing businesses to access tailored AI solutions. The marketplace aims to compete with existing app stores and broaden OpenAI’s customer base, while industry players like Aquant and Khan Academy are rumored to be interested in offering their ChatGPT-powered AI models on the platform. KUALA...
Fahmi Foresees Information Technology as Key Driver of Economic Growth, Stresses Importance of AI Regulation
Malaysia’s Communications and Digital Minister highlights the potential of information technology as a mainstream economic driver, emphasizing the need for legal provisions and regulatory frameworks to ensure safe and beneficial use of artificial intelligence. KUALA LUMPUR, 20 June 2023 – Malaysia’s Communications and Digital Minister, Fahmi Fadzil, recognizes the potential of turning information technology into a...
WhatsApp Introduces New Privacy Features, Silence Unknown Callers and Privacy Checkup, Strengthening User Protection
WhatsApp introduces two new privacy features, Silence Unknown Callers and Privacy Checkup, to enhance user protection. Silence Unknown Callers automatically filters out spam and unknown calls, while Privacy Checkup guides users through important privacy settings for increased security. KUALA LUMPUR, 20 June 2023 – WhatsApp, the leading messaging platform committed to privacy, announces the launch of two new features aimed at...
Kaspersky Study Reveals Ransomware as the Dominant Malware-as-a-Service (MaaS) in the Past Seven Years
A recent study by the Kaspersky Digital Footprint Intelligence team reveals that ransomware is the most prevalent form of Malware-as-a-Service (MaaS) over the past seven years. The study, based on research of 97 malware families distributed on the dark web, highlights the popularity of ransomware, accounting for 58% of all MaaS families between 2015 and 2022. The study also uncovers the leasing of infostealers, botnets, loaders, and...
Leading Payment Service Provider GHL Systems Partners with Alipay+ to Revolutionize Cross-Border Digital Payments in Thailand
GHL Systems Berhad has partnered with Alipay+ to enable over 2,600 local businesses in Thailand to accept cross-border digital payments from leading Asian mobile wallets. This collaboration allows travelers to make seamless mobile e-wallet payments at over 5,000 retail outlets, revolutionizing the payment experience and benefiting various tourism sectors. BANGKOK, 20 June 2023 – GHL Systems Berhad (GHL), the premier payment...
Prime Minister Urges Companies to Provide Reasonable Allowance for Interns, Prioritizing Welfare and Early Work Exposure
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on companies to give interns a reasonable allowance to meet their daily needs during industrial training programs. KUALA LUMPUR, 19 June 2023 – Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, the Prime Minister and Finance Minister of Malaysia, has called on companies to consider offering a reasonable allowance to interns to cover their daily expenses during industrial training programs. While the government has...
