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Dmitry Shubov: Regulatory Clarity Boosts US Funding For Southeast Asian Legal-Tech Startups

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 6 (Bernama) -- Investors are increasingly basing early-stage funding decisions for Southeast Asia’s United States (US)-focused legal-technology startups on regulatory readiness and market traction, according to consulting firm Dmitry Shubov Consulting.

Asia-Pacific Emerges As Key AI Manufacturing Hub – Dassault SystÈmes

HOUSTON, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Asia-Pacific, including Malaysia, is rapidly emerging as one of the most dynamic regions for artificial intelligence (AI)-driven manufacturing and industrial digitalisation, supported by strong entrepreneurial activity, expanding industrial ecosystems, and closer collaboration between industry and universities.

Ringgit Opens Lower As Easing Risks Lift US Dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 6 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened lower against the US dollar on Friday, pressured by external spillovers as receding near-term geopolitical tensions lent support to the greenback.

Penang Attracts Nearly RM16 Bln Chinese Investment Over Past Decade, RM4.2 Bln In 2025

GEORGE TOWN, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Penang’s long-standing economic partnership with China continues to play a pivotal role in strengthening the state’s industrial ecosystem, with Chinese investments reaching nearly RM16 billion over the past decade.

BNM Receives 30-35 Stablecoin Applications, Tests Ringgit-based Initiative

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour said the central bank has received approximately 30 to 35 applications related to stablecoin and digital asset innovations.

Gold Futures Ends Lower, Tracking Losses In US Comex

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Thursday tracking losses in the US COMEX gold market.

Malaysia Regains Asian Tiger Status, Driven By Reforms & Rising Global Confidence - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has regained momentum and is reclaiming its standing as an Asian tiger on the regional and global economic stage, driven by fundamental reforms and rising international confidence, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Japan's Contact Lens Manufacturer Menicon Opens Kulim Plant

KULIM, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Japanese contact lens manufacturer Menicon Co Ltd has opened its manufacturing plant today, further strengthening Malaysia-Japan strategic bilateral ties.

Ringgit Eases Vs US Dollar, Mixed Against Other Currencies

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- The ringgit eased against the US dollar at Thursday’s close, weighed by renewed strength in the greenback as global markets shifted to a more defensive stance.

Weak Global Sentiment Pulls Bursa Malaysia Lower

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended lower today, extending its mild pullback as negative global sentiment weighed on risk appetite, said an economist.

Govt May Reconsider Support For 'Mature' REIT Sector - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- The government may need to reconsider the continuation of support for the real estate investment trust (REIT) sector as the industry has reached a level of maturity and strong commercial viability, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Malaysia-Japan Economic Relations Evolving, Increasingly Towards Co-Creation - MIDA

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia–Japan economic relations are evolving, increasingly towards co-creation, with Malaysian companies participating as suppliers, partners, and solution providers within regional and global value chains.