Govt Has Room To Optimise Spending But Revenue Needs To Be Increased -- Rafizi

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- The government still has room to optimise its spending although there is a need to increase revenue, said Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli. 

MDEC Highlights Need For Global Exposure To Boost Local Digital Tech Expansion, Talent Development

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

DUBAI, Oct 13 (Bernama) — The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) emphasises the importance of exposing local digital technology companies to international best practices to help them expand beyond the Malaysian market, attract foreign investment, and nurture talent.

Budget 2025 Takes Into Account Proposals From Industries, The People

PUTRAJAYA, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Budget 2025 will take into account the views and recommendations of various parties, industries, and citizens across all walks of life which had been put forth during the various engagement sessions held nationwide. 

Thredd Wraps Up Successful Q3 With Fintech Transaction Volumes, New Issuer Signings

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- Thredd, a next-generation payments processor, reported positive third quarter (Q3) results with 2024 on track to outperform all prior years, powered by a 20 per cent increase in transactions, key global client wins, programme expansions and growth in distinct payment segments and markets.

MCO Climbs Up Chartis Research RiskTech 100 Rankings

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- Global compliance software provider MyComplianceOffice (MCO) announced it has climbed to number 44 on the RiskTech100 2025 list of the world's top risk and compliance technology solutions, after being listed among them once again by global research and analysis firm Chartis Research.

MPC Launches Guidelines For EVs, Battery Management To Ensure Safety And Ecosystem Protection

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC) has launched the electric vehicle and battery management (EVBM) guidelines to ensure public safety, environmental protection and the sustainability of Malaysia’s EV ecosystem. 

Malaysia Welcomes Proposed US$14.7 Bln Investment By US Tech Giants -- Anwar

From Rosmalis Anuar

VIENTIANE, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has welcomed the proposed US$14.7 billion (US$1=RM4.29) investment by United States (US) technology giants -- Google, Microsoft, Enovix Corporation, Amazon Web Services, Abbott Laboratories, and Boeing.

Pharmaniaga Appoints EY As New External Auditor Effective Oct 9

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Pharmaniaga Bhd (Pharmaniaga) has appointed Ernst & Young (EY) as its new external auditor, effective Oct 9, 2024.

Sapura Resources Appoints Reza Abdul Rahim As Acting MD

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Sapura Resources Bhd have redesignated Reza Abdul Rahim as its executive director and acting managing director (MD) effective today.

ASEAN-BAC Outlines Initiatives For 2025, Including ASEAN IPO - Nazir Razak

By Sharifah Hunaini Syed Ismail & Rosmalis Anuar

VIENTIANE, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) has outlined several key initiatives that will be highlighted during Malaysia's chairmanship next year, including an initial public offering (IPO) framework for the 10-member bloc.

Good Governance, Clear Policy Drive Malaysia's Economic Growth - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama)--  Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the recent positive economic developments in Malaysia were the result of better governance, together with clear policy formulation, especially in the industrial, digital transformation, energy and semiconductors sectors.

Opengear’s Advanced Solutions Untangle IT Management Complexity

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Opengear, a Digi International company, has introduced two new advanced offerings that will simplify initial setup with zero-touch provisioning and ensure access to information technology (IT) infrastructure.