EPF: Temporary Closure Of Bintulu Office Due To Floods

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 30 (Bernama) -- The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) is temporarily closing its Bintulu office starting today until further notice following power shutdown in the building as a safety precaution due to rising floodwaters in the area.

KLIA Aerotrain Saga: A Disappointing Delay

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 30 (Bernama) -- The delay in resumption of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Aerotrain service, originally scheduled for January 2025, has been nothing short of disappointment after over two years of anticipation.

Air Cargo Demand Soars 11.3 Pct In 2024, Surpassing 2021 Record -- IATA

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 29 (Bernama) -- Global air cargo markets made significant strides last year, with demand rising 11.3 per cent in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTK) compared to 2023, surpassing the record volumes set in 2021, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

BNM Fines Ambank RM875,000 And WSMC RM51,000 For Regulatory Non-Compliance

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 28 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has imposed a compound of RM875,000 on AmBank (M) Bhd on Nov 18, 2024, for failing to comply with the Direction to Financial Institutions of the Financial Services Act 2013 (FSA).

BNM Imposes Penalties Totalling RM1.66 Mln On Four Financial Institutions

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 28 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has imposed administrative monetary penalties (AMP) totalling RM1.66 million on four financial institutions for non-compliance with the Financial Services Act 2013 (FSA) and/or Islamic Financial Services Act 2013 (IFSA).

SSM Launches Access To Beneficial Ownership information, Enhances Corporate Transparency

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 28 (Bernama) -- The Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) has launched the facility for accessing information on companies’ beneficial owners to enhance transparency in corporate practices.

Malaysia Records 27.9 Mln Online Threats For 2024 - Kaspersky

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 27 (Bernama) -- Global cybersecurity company Kaspersky detected and blocked 27.9 million web threats in Malaysia last year, up four per cent from 2023.

Cybercriminals Exploit CNY Surge With AI-powered Scams, Warns Fortinet

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 27 (Bernama) -- Chinese New Year (CNY), traditionally a season of giving, can also turn into a season of taking, as cybercriminals, aided by artificial intelligence (AI), target unsuspecting consumers and vulnerable businesses through sophisticated schemes designed to exploit the surge in digital transactions.

Malaysia Stands To Benefit From Trump's Trade Policies -- KSI, ECKL

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is poised to seize significant opportunities from Donald Trump's return as President of the United States (US), especially in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) and enhancing export potential.

LoopMe Expands APAC Operations With New Appointments, Office Openings

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 24 (Bernama) -- LoopMe, an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven technology company, has announced continued expansion in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region after achieving a 40 per cent organic gross revenue compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2018 to 2024.

Gold Futures Market Takes A Breather As Concerns Over US Tariff Policies Ease

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives has taken a breather after its recent sharp surge, as concerns over United States (US) President Donald Trump's tariff policies have eased.

Malaysia Made Strong Presence As ASEAN Chair At WEF 2025

DAVOS (Switzerland), Jan 23 (Bernama) -- As the chairman of ASEAN this year, Malaysia had a strong start by delivering the 10-member bloc’s collective voice on its challenges, potentials and its independence in making decisions at the renowned World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Summit 2025 here.