German Group Koerber Invests RM95 Mln In Shah Alam Facility

SHAH ALAM, March 31 (Bernama) -- Koerber Technologies Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Germany-based technology group Korber, is investing RM95 million to expand its manufacturing facility here.

Three More Airlines To Boost Malaysia’s Global Connectivity, Expand Reach Into Asia And Africa

SEPANG, March 31 (Bernama) -- Three additional airlines are expected to enhance Malaysia’s global air connectivity and provide access to new growth markets in Asia and Africa.

Standing Ovation Raises 30 Mln Euros To Scale Dairy Protein Expansion

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- Standing Ovation, a French precision fermentation pioneer producing next-generation proteins, has secured a 30 million euros Series B financing round, including 25 million euros in equity. (1 Euro = RM4.61)

Persona AI Taps Brian Davis To Scale Global Robot Production

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- Persona AI, an emerging leader in embodied artificial intelligence (AI), announced the appointment of Brian Davis as Head of Global Manufacturing.

Risk Of West Asia Escalation May Push Global Oil Prices Higher -- Rystad Energy

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- Global oil prices could remain elevated if the West Asia conflict escalates further in the absence of a ceasefire, independent research and energy intelligence company Rystad Energy said today.

Mavenir Recognised With MSUA President’s Award For Outstanding Innovation

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- Mavenir, the software company building artificial intelligence (AI)-by-design mobile networks, has won the President’s Award for Outstanding Innovation at the 2026 Satellite Mobile Innovation Awards organised by the Mobile Satellite Users Association (MSUA).

Tune Talk Aims For 5 Mln Subscribers Before Possible IPO Decision

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) — Tune Talk Sdn Bhd aims to grow its subscriber base to five million by the end of 2027, with a potential initial public offering (IPO) to be evaluated thereafter.

BNM To Priorite Building Inclusive, Future-Ready Financial System In 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has set several priorities this year, including accelerating the transition to guarantee schemes to help small and medium enterprises (SMEs) access financing more easily and promoting responsible innovation to close gaps in access and protection.

Islamic Finance Gains Momentum In ASEAN, Reflecting Wider Appeal And Interest - BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- Islamic finance has gained momentum in ASEAN with emphasis on value-based principles, balanced risk-reward considerations and wider benefits for society and the environment as global interest in ethical and sustainable finance expanded, says Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

Labuan IBFC Rises To 55th In Global Financial Centres Index

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, March 31 (Bernama) -- The Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (IBFC) is well-positioned to complement Malaysia’s broader financial ecosystem and strengthen the nation’s global appeal, said Labuan Financial Services Authority director general Affendi Rashdi.

Qionghai Showcased As Free Trade Hub At Boao Exhibition

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- The "Boao: Where the World Meets, Qionghai: Where Free Trade Thrives" City Exhibition, held at Boao’s Dongyu Island Cultural Park, showcased policies and culture through immersive, sensory experiences enabled by innovative technology and design.

Singapore Electricity, Gas Tariffs Set To Rise In 2Q 2026

By Anas Abu Hassan

SINGAPORE, March 31 (Bernama) -- The electricity and gas tariffs in Singapore for the second quarter (2Q) of 2026 are expected to increase following the rise in fuel prices amid regional tensions in West Asia, said the Energy Market Authority (EMA).