Labuan IBFC Embraces Blockchain, AI To Boost Fintech Growth

LABUAN, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The increasing interest in digital assets and alternative financial instruments is driving innovation and growth within Labuan's financial sector. 

Rise Of Fintech, AI Requires Clear, Strong Governance Framework - ADFIM

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The rise of financial technology (fintech) and artificial intelligence (AI) in today’s rapidly changing world presents both opportunities and challenges such as the use of AI in credit scoring that has raised concerns about algorithm bias and the possibility of unfair lending practices.

Malaysia’s Strategy As ASEAN Chair In 2025 Is For Grouping To Bolster Regional Value Chains

From Sharifah Hunaini Syed Ismail

VIENTIANE, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has outlined three strategies for ASEAN when it takes over the grouping’s chairmanship in 2025, including bolstering regional value chains and regulatory cooperation.

ASEAN MSMEs Should Benefit From Digital Economy Framework Agreement

From Sharifah Hunaini Syed Ismail

VIENTIANE, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- ASEAN micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) should benefit from the US$2 trillion expected economic value generated from the Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) by 2030.

PIAM Appoints Chua Kim Soon As CEO Effective Oct 7

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- The General Insurance Association of Malaysia (PIAM) has appointed Chua Kim Soon as its new chief executive officer, succeeding Julie Lean Gim Chong, effective Oct 7, 2024.

ASEAN Govts Need To Ensure Power Grid Interconnection Becomes A Reality - Sarawak Energy

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- ASEAN governments need to ensure that the interconnection of their power grids becomes a reality as there will be no energy transition without the interconnectivity in this region, said Sarawak Energy Bhd group chief executive officer Datuk Sharbini Suhaili. 

Malaysia Seeks Collaboration With UNESCAP To Attract Investment, Green Initiatives - Tengku Zafrul

From Rosmalis Anuar

VIENTIANE, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is exploring opportunities for collaboration with the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) to attract investment and green initiatives.

Singapore Retains Top Spot For Financial Inclusion Globally - Research

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Singapore is once again the world’s most financially inclusive market for the third year in a row, among 41 markets analysed, as measured by Principal Financial Group's third edition of the Global Financial Inclusion Index.

ASEAN Must Remain Neutral To Boost Regional Investment - Tengku Zafrul

VIENTIANE, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- ASEAN must maintain its neutrality in the face of global geopolitical tensions to stimulate foreign investments in the region, said Minister of Investment, Trade, and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Malaysia Will Voice Its Views Without Fear Or Favour Despite Superpower Membership In BRICS

By Siti Radziah Hamzah and Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 (Bernama) – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia will continue to voice its views on global issues strongly and without fear or favour if and when it joins the BRICS group of emerging economies whose founding members include Russia and China.

ASEAN Should Focus On High-impact 'quick Wins' To Provide Tangible Business Values - Tengku Zafrul

From Rosmalis Anuar

VIENTIANE, Oct 7 (Bernama) — ASEAN should focus on high-impact “quick wins” that are practical and capable of providing immediate and tangible business value to enhance the visibility of the grouping to its immediate stakeholders.

Mytheresa To Acquire YNAP From Richemont

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- MYT Netherlands Parent B.V. (Mytheresa) and Richemont announced they have entered into binding agreements for the acquisition of 100 per cent of the share capital of YOOX Net-a-Porter (YNAP) by Mytheresa.