Malaysia's Digital Creative Industry Thriving With Over 300 Studios, RM6.3 Bln In Revenue

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is currently home to over 300 digital content studios, with more than 180 original intellectual properties (IPs) in animation and gaming, said Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo.

Philippines Actively Exploring Joint Venture Opportunities For Airport Development 

From Kisho Kumari

MANILA, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Philippines is actively exploring joint venture opportunities for the country’s airport development. 

Cebu Pacific Signs Purchase Agreement For Up To 152 A321 Neos, Valued At US$24 Bln 

From Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

MANILA, Oct 2 (Bernama) — Cebu Pacific, the Philippines' low-cost carrier, has signed a landmark purchase agreement with Airbus and Pratt & Whitney for up to 152 A321neo aircraft, equipped with Pratt & Whitney GTF engines. 

BNM Penalises Agrobank For Development Financial Institutions Act Non-compliance

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) had imposed an Administrative Monetary Penalty (AMP) of RM660,000 on Bank Pertanian Malaysia Berhad (Agrobank) for non-compliance with the Development Financial Institutions Act 2002 (DFIA).

Regulators Need To Engage By Listening And Experimenting When Innovating - SC

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- Regulators need to continuously listen to feedback from various parties as part of their engagement when incorporating innovation.

Malaysia Set To Lead ASEAN In AI Development Through Strategic Partnerships - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced that Malaysia will forge partnerships with industry leaders and enhance cooperation among stakeholders to position itself as a leading artificial intelligence (AI)-driven nation in ASEAN.

​Global Mayors Exchange Ideas On Sustainable Urban Development In Hangzhou

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- Mayors and representatives from 24 cities in 15 countries and regions recently attended the Global Mayors Dialogue · Hangzhou and the ninth Hangzhou International Sister City Mayors Conference in Hangzhou.

Middle-income Tax Band Review A Welcome Move In Budget 2025 - PwC Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- With the rising cost of living a major concern for Malaysians, PwC Malaysia believes a review of personal income tax bands for the middle-income group in Budget 2025 would be a welcome move.

Global Internal Audit Standards Adoption Set To Strengthen Malaysia’s Competitive Edge

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 30 (Bernama) -- The adoption of the refreshed Global Internal Audit Standards, set to take effect on Jan 9, 2025, is poised to bolster Malaysia’s competitiveness, according to the Institute of Internal Auditors Malaysia (IIA Malaysia). 

Bintai Kinden Proposes Regularisation Plan To Exit PN17 Status

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 27 (Bernama) — Bintai Kinden Corporation Bhd (BKCB) has announced a proposed regularisation plan to exit its Practice Note 17 (PN17) status and ensure long-term sustainability.

MGA Urges Energy Sector To Embrace The Power Of Diverse Perspectives For Future Workforce

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 27 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Gas Association (MGA) has called on the energy sector to embrace the power of diversity and inclusion (D&I) in the workforce. 

ACE Market-bound OB Holdings Aims To Raise RM28.8 Mln From IPO

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 27 (Bernama) -- OB Holdings Bhd (OB Holdings) aims to raise RM28.8 million from its initial public offering (IPO), pursuant to its listing on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia on Oct 29.