Lapakgaming Expands into Malaysia, Offering Affordable Game Top-Ups
Lapakgaming expands its top-up services to Malaysia, offering competitive prices and secure transactions for popular game titles, supported by direct collaborations with game publishers. 20 June 2024 – Lapakgaming, Indonesia’s leading top-up platform for gamers, has launched its services in Malaysia, marking a significant expansion into the Southeast Asian market. With over 2 million transactions completed, Lapakgaming...
realme Unveils AI-Powered Flagship Smartphones Hit Malaysian Market
realme introduces its GT 6 Series in Malaysia, featuring AI-powered flagship smartphones designed to redefine the premium smartphone experience. 20 June 2024 – Marking its return to the high-end market, realme has unveiled the GT 6 Series in Malaysia, featuring the realme GT 6 and GT 6T. These smartphones are touted as ‘New Flagship Killers Powered by AI’, emphasizing innovation and premium performance. Available...
Kaspersky Study Shows Geo-Distributed Companies Rapidly Embracing Container Development
Kaspersky’s study reveals a rapid shift towards container development among geo-distributed companies, driven by its benefits in portability and security. 20 June 2024 – In a significant shift within the software development landscape, a recent study by Kaspersky reveals that over half of geo-distributed companies are set to adopt container development within the next 1-2 years. Containerization, which encapsulates...
Malaysian Consumers Rapidly Adopting Cashless Payments, Led by Gen Z and Gen Y
A Visa study indicates that over two-thirds of Malaysian consumers are adopting cashless payments, driven primarily by Gen Z and Gen Y. The shift is supported by increased merchant acceptance of digital payments, with contactless payments being the most popular method. 19 June 2024 – A recent study by Visa reveals that more than two-thirds of Malaysian consumers are making strides towards a cashless lifestyle, with Gen Z and Gen...
Berrypay Targets Global Growth with Focus on Digital Remittance and MasterCard Partnership
Berrypay, a fintech company, is set to expand rapidly by focusing on digital remittance and underserved markets, leveraging a partnership with MasterCard to enhance global reach and security for international money transfers. The company aims to broaden its services into digital banking and other payment systems, targeting growth in GCC and Asia-Pacific regions. 19 June 2024 – Fintech company Berrypay is poised for significant...
MYStartup and WTF Launch Fourth Cohort of Pre-Accelerator Programme for Tech Startups
MYStartup, in collaboration with Watchtower and Friends, has launched the fourth cohort of its Pre-Accelerator programme for early-stage, technology-focused startups, accepting applications until June 23, 2024. The programme offers comprehensive training, mentorship, and potential investment opportunities to accelerate startup growth. 19 June 2024 – MYStartup, in collaboration with Malaysian startup accelerator Watchtower and...
TalentCorp Engages Malaysian Diaspora with New Initiatives for National Development
TalentCorp, under the Ministry of Human Resources, has launched the MyHeart initiative to engage Malaysians abroad in national development, including a significant partnership to enhance STEM education in Sabah and a new programme to support aspiring startup entrepreneurs. These efforts aim to leverage the expertise of the Malaysian diaspora for the country’s advancement. 19 June 2024 – Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad...
EWBG and QBeep Revolutionize Health and Wellness Sector with SmartMFDealers App Launch
European Wellness Biomedical Group and QBeep Intelligent Systems have launched the SmartMFDealers mobile app, enhancing the digital infrastructure for EWBG’s global health, beauty, and wellness solutions. The app offers an innovative platform for exclusive dealers and distributors, with a global rollout planned following its initial launch in Malaysia. 18 June 2024 – European Wellness Biomedical Group (EWBG) and QBeep...
Meizu Reignites Malaysian Market with Innovative Product Lineup
Meizu is set to re-enter the Malaysian market with new product launches, emphasizing innovation and quality. The upcoming releases, including the Meizu 21 and MYVU AR Smart Glasses, promise to redefine connectivity and user experiences. 18 June 2024 – Meizu, a prominent Chinese smartphone manufacturer, is set to re-enter the Malaysian market with a series of new product launches, emphasizing its commitment to innovation and...
Johnson Controls Hitachi Malaysia Celebrates 35 Years of Innovation and Sustainability in Air Conditioning
Johnson Controls Hitachi Air Conditioning Malaysia Sdn Bhd marks its 35th anniversary with a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and high-quality air conditioning solutions, underscoring its significant contributions to the global market and the local community. 18 June 2024 – Johnson Controls Hitachi Air Conditioning Malaysia Sdn Bhd, a leading manufacturer of Hitachi air conditioners, recently celebrated its 35th...
Malaysia and China Celebrate 50 Years of Diplomatic Ties, Strengthening Future Cooperation
Malaysia and China commemorate their 50th Golden Jubilee of diplomatic relations, highlighting decades of deepening economic, cultural, and educational cooperation. Premier Li Qiang’s visit is expected to further solidify these ties and promote mutual growth. 18 June 2024 – As Malaysia and China prepare to celebrate the 50th Golden Jubilee of their diplomatic relations, both nations reflect on a history of deepening mutual...
Shopee’s 6.6 GayaLitLit #ShopeeHaul: Empowering Malaysian Women with Affordable Fashion
Shopee’s 6.6 GayaLitLit #ShopeeHaul fashion livestream, featuring Malaysian celebrities, empowered women nationwide with affordable styling tips and local fashion brands. The event highlighted the versatility and accessibility of fashion, attracting 423,000 likes. 14 June 2024 – Shopee’s 6.6 GayaLitLit #ShopeeHaul livestream fashion series garnered an impressive 423,000 likes, reflecting its success in empowering...
Indonesia Advances Telecommunication Infrastructure with LigoWave-PT INTI Partnership
LigoWave and PT INTI have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to localize the production of advanced telecommunication equipment in Indonesia, aiming to enhance the nation’s telecommunication infrastructure and support its digital transformation. The partnership will focus on technology transfer, market expansion, and sustainable development, starting with the support of Indonesia’s National Digital Transformation...
Amazon Invests US$230 Million in AI Startups with AWS Credits
Amazon is investing US$230 million in AWS credits to support early-stage generative AI startups, offering free access to computing power and AI models. This initiative aims to bolster the AI ecosystem on AWS, reflecting the competitive strategies among cloud providers to attract AI clients. 13 June 2024 – Amazon has announced a substantial investment of US$230 million in Amazon Web Services (AWS) credits aimed at supporting...
Anytime Fitness Celebrates Milestone with 50th Club Opening in Malaysia
Anytime Fitness has opened its 50th club in Malaysia at Amerin Mall, marking a major milestone in its mission to promote health and wellness nationwide with 24-hour fitness options. The grand opening celebrated the brand’s dedication to community well-being, featuring top-notch facilities and inclusive fitness programs. 13 June 2024 – In a significant advancement for fitness enthusiasts and community well-being, Anytime...
Kaspersky Uncovers Critical Security Flaws in ZKTeco Biometric Terminals
Kaspersky has identified critical vulnerabilities in ZKTeco biometric terminals, exposing them to unauthorized access and data theft. Users are advised to install patches and strengthen security measures to mitigate these risks. 13 June 2024 – Kaspersky has identified significant security flaws in the hybrid biometric terminals manufactured by ZKTeco, an international security device provider. The vulnerabilities were discovered...
BNM Sasana Symposium 2024: Charting Malaysia’s Course for Growth and Resilience
Bank Negara Malaysia hosted the Sasana Symposium 2024, emphasizing collaboration for implementing structural reforms for a more resilient and prosperous Malaysia. The conference featured discussions, exhibitions, and success stories highlighting the importance of collective action and financial inclusion.pen_spark 12 June 2024 – Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) hosted its annual Sasana Symposium, emphasizing the importance of...
Kuala Lumpur Hosts ASEAN-China Summit on Innovation and Industry Growth
The ASEAN (Malaysia)-China Conference on Emerging Industries opened in Kuala Lumpur, emphasizing enhanced cooperation in new energy, digital technology, and cultural industries. Over 300 participants attended, highlighting strategic partnerships and exploring new growth opportunities in Malaysia. 11 June 2024 – On June 5, Kuala Lumpur hosted the opening ceremony of the ASEAN (Malaysia)-China Conference on Emerging Industries....
G-AsiaPacific Earns Third AWS Partner of the Year Award in Malaysia
G-AsiaPacific has been awarded AWS Partner of the Year for Malaysia at the AWS Partner Awards ASEAN 2024, marking their third win due to their deep expertise and commitment to customer success. In 2023, they assisted 43 Malaysian clients across various sectors in successful cloud transformations. 11 June 2024 – G-AsiaPacific, a prominent cloud service provider in the Asia Pacific region, has been honored as the AWS Partner of...
PUC Bhd to Acquire Alevate Capital and Alevate Solutions for RM200 Million in Strategic Fintech Expansion
PUC Bhd has agreed to acquire Alevate Capital Sdn Bhd and Alevate Solutions Sdn Bhd for RM200 million, aiming to enhance its fintech capabilities and expand its market presence. 10 June 2024 – PUC Bhd has entered into a heads of agreement to acquire the entire equity stakes in Alevate Capital Sdn Bhd and Alevate Solutions Sdn Bhd for RM200 million, a deal to be settled in cash and shares. The vendors of the companies, Eatcosys...
