RON95 Quota Adjustment Seen As Temporary Remedy Amid Spike In Oil Prices

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- The government’s move to adjust the monthly quota for subsidised BUDI MADANI RON95 (BUDI95) petrol to 200 litres from 300 litres is a much-needed temporary measure to reduce subsidy spending amid the spike in oil prices brought on by the conflict in West Asia, said an economist.

Industry Confident PTV 3.0 Insurance Uptake Will Continue After Campaign Ends

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) -- The insurance and takaful industry is optimistic that recipients of the Perlindungan Tenang Voucher (PTV) 3.0 programme will continue to pursue insurance coverage even after the campaign period.

Towards a Financially Confident Malaysia: Why Financial Literacy Matters More Than Ever

By Adnan Zaylani

There is a growing realisation across Malaysia that financial literacy is no longer a luxury skill reserved for financially savvy individuals. It is fast becoming a necessity for every household, student,  worker, entrepreneur and retiree.

SC Reviewing Retirement Savings Framework, May Require Legal Changes

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission (SC) is reviewing mechanisms and structures to enhance individuals’ control of their retirement savings as it aims to expand the range of retirement-focused offerings to facilitate more active management of wealth.

FICO Platform Helps Grab Finance Expand Credit Access Across Southeast Asia

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- FICO has announced its platform is being used by Grab Finance, the financial services arm of Southeast Asia’s superapp Grab, to help transform credit access across the region.

Fushi Tech To Digitally Transform Shihlin Taiwan Street Snacks

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 28 (Bernama) -- Fushi Tech, a global provider of integrated artificial intelligence (AI) and digital solutions for merchants, has partnered with Shihlin Taiwan Street Snacks to implement an integrated mobile-first ecosystem covering 43 outlets across Singapore and Malaysia.

AB Tasty, VWO Combine To Redefine Digital Optimisation

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- AB Tasty and VWO, two pioneers in digital experience optimisation, have entered into an agreement to combine, subject to customary closing conditions, creating a scaled, artificial intelligence (AI)-driven experimentation and personalisation platform serving enterprises worldwide.

Quantexa Bags Dual Recognition From Chartis For AML, KYC Solutions

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 20 (Bernama) -- Quantexa, a global pioneer in Decision Intelligence, has been recognised as a Category Leader in Chartis’ RiskTech Quadrant for anti-money laundering (AML) transaction monitoring solutions and RiskTech Quadrant for KYC Solutions, 2025.

Malaysian Banking Sector Accelerates AI Adoption For Smarter, Ethical Compliance

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s banking industry is accelerating the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to strengthen compliance, risk management and fraud detection.

Toluna Expands AI-driven Synthetic Personas To 15 Markets, 9 Languages

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- Toluna, the global insights leader, has announced expanded availability of its industry-leading synthetic personas, now covering 15 markets and nine languages, providing access to thousands more clients worldwide.

Malaysia's New NS2.0 To Take Sharper Approach Addressing Current Realities, Preparing Future Needs -- BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's new National Strategy for Financial Literacy (NS2.0) will take a sharper, more inclusive and action-oriented approach to address today’s realities while preparing for future needs.

HDC Signs Agreement With Global Psytech To Strengthen Halal SMEs

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Halal Development Corporation Bhd (HDC), under the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), has inked an engagement agreement with Global Psytech Sdn Bhd (GPSB) to enhance the competitiveness and resilience of halal small and medium enterprises (SMEs).