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Checkmarx Unveils AI-Native Security Platform

KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- Checkmarx, a leader in agentic application security, has unveiled its new Checkmarx One platform built for the new era of artificial intelligence (AI) development.

AM Best Affirms KBFG China Credit Ratings

KUALA LUMPUR, March 16 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a-” (Excellent) of KBFG Insurance (China) Co Ltd (KBFG China) with a stable outlook.

Empire Premium Food Signs Underwriting Agreement With Maybank IB

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- Empire Premium Food Bhd has entered into a retail underwriting agreement with Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB) for its initial public offering (IPO) and proposed listing on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia.

Malaysian Companies Should Diversify Into 'Adjacent Sectors' Amid Economic Uncertainty -- PwC

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 (Bernama) -- Malaysian businesses should consider diversifying into “adjacent operations”, including equities and other activities closely related to their core businesses, so that they can leverage their current expertise while mitigating risks.

Airlines Feel 'Powerless' Amid West Asia Conflict, But AirAsia Remains Resilient - Tony Fernandes

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 (Bernama) -- Airlines feel “pretty powerless” at present amid escalating geopolitical tensions and volatile fuel prices, with little visibility on how the unfolding West Asia conflict will affect the aviation industry, said Tony Fernandes.

Hong Leong Islamic Bank Rebrands As HLB Islamic, Eyes Strong Financing Growth

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- Hong Leong Islamic Bank Bhd is now known as HLB Islamic following a brand refresh, with the bank aiming to maintain financing growth above the industry average over the next three to five years.

Advancecon Bags RM148.4 Mln Johor Infrastructure Contract

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 (Bernama) -- Advancecon Holdings Bhd’s wholly owned subsidiary, Advancecon Infra Sdn Bhd (AISB), has secured a RM148.42 million contract from JLG Technopark Sdn Bhd for the proposed construction and completion of earthworks and main infrastructure works for Package 1B at Southern Ibrahim Technopolis (IBTEC) in Kulai, Johor.

Lufthansa Sees Malaysia As Lucrative Aviation Market For Leisure, Business Travel

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 (Bernama) -- The Lufthansa Group, which is strengthening its presence in Southeast Asia, views Malaysia as a lucrative aviation market, especially for leisure and business travellers as airlines recalibrate networks and seek growth opportunities beyond the increasingly volatile Middle East region.

MBSB IB Keeps LHI 2026 Earnings Forecast Unchanged Amid Ongoing Legal Proceedings

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 (Bernama) -- MBSB Investment Bank Bhd (MBSB IB) has maintained its 2026 earnings forecasts for Leong Hup International Bhd (LHI), noting that any potential penalty arising from ongoing legal proceedings would likely be treated as an exceptional or non-core item.

Economy Remains Resilient, BNM Assessing Potential Risk From Middle East War - Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy remains resilient despite rising global uncertainty arising from the escalating conflict in the Middle East, and Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is closely monitoring developments as the situation continues to evolve.

Mavenir, Turkcell Team Up On AI-Native Mobile Services

KUALA LUMPUR, March 5 (Bernama) -- Mavenir, the software company building artificial intelligence (AI)-by-design mobile networks, and Turkcell, Türkiye’s leading telecommunications firm, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to accelerate the deployment of AI-powered voice and messaging applications.

Bank Negara Malaysia Maintains OPR At 2.75 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, March 5 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent during its meeting today.