ADFIM Urges Customers Facing Strain To Engage DFIs For Support Amid Uncertainties

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- The Association of Development Finance Institutions of Malaysia (ADFIM) is encouraging customers to contact their respective development financial institutions (DFIs) and entrepreneur development organisations (EDOs) to explore the support options available, reaffirming the institutions’ ongoing commitment to providing reassurance, partnership, and practical solutions during challenging times.

Kenanga IB Keeps Distributive Trade Forecast At 6.1 Pct Amid Energy-driven Downside Risks

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB) maintained its 2026 distributive trade forecast at 6.1 per cent, though downside risks from the ongoing energy crisis may warrant a downward revision.

Magna AI, Corvit Networks Partner To Advance AI Development In Pakistan

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- Magna AI Inc, a global artificial intelligence (AI) transformation company, has announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Corvit Networks (Pvt.) Ltd to accelerate national AI development in Pakistan.

iFLYTEK Showcases AI Translation Devices At GITEX ASIA 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- iFLYTEK showcased its latest artificial intelligence (AI) translation devices, including AI Glasses and the AI Interpret Mic, at GITEX ASIA 2026, highlighting its expanding portfolio of AI-powered communication solutions.

Labuan FSA To Launch Five-Year Blueprint To Boost Islamic Finance

LABUAN, April 10 (Bernama) -- The Labuan Financial Services Authority (Labuan FSA) is set to launch a new five-year blueprint by the end of this year or early next year, with a strategic focus on strengthening Islamic finance and the digital economy.

Labuan FSA To Launch Five-year Blueprint To Boost Islamic Finance

LABUAN, April 9 (Bernama) -- The Labuan Financial Services Authority (Labuan FSA) is set to launch a new five-year blueprint by the end of this year or early next year, with a strategic focus on strengthening Islamic finance and the digital economy.

Takaful Sector Achieves 60 Pct Of Hijrah27 Targets, Aims For 100 Pct By 2027 - MTA

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- The takaful industry has achieved 60 per cent of its targets under the Hijrah27 framework and is on track to reach full completion by 2027, according to the Malaysian Takaful Association (MTA).

Indonesia Prepares 15,000 AI Talents, Highlights Digital Push At GrabX

JAKARTA, April 8 (Bernama) -- Indonesia’s push to position digitalisation and artificial intelligence (AI) as new engines of growth is set to support the expansion of platforms such as Grab, with the government preparing 15,000 AI-ready talents this year.

Bank Muamalat Offers Temporary Financial Resilience Assistance To Support Customers

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd is offering targeted financial assistance to support customers facing temporary financial pressures arising from global uncertainties, including recent developments in West Asia.

APO Report Highlights Role Of Energy Efficiency In Boosting Productivity

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- The Asian Productivity Organization (APO) has released the APO Productivity Outlook 2026, examining the relationship between energy efficiency and productivity performance, as well as its implications for sustainable development across its 21 member economies in the Asia-Pacific region.

West Asia Crisis Prompts Review Of BUDI MADANI RON95 Programme - Economist

BANGI, April 7 (Bernama) -- The ongoing impact of the West Asia crisis has prompted the government to review the current approach to the Budi MADANI RON95 (BUDI95) programme to ensure it reaches those who need it most, said an economist.

Honda Suppliers Club Supports MITI’s Development-Driven EV Policy

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- The measures taken by the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) regarding BYD’s proposed investment underscore a calibrated approach to balancing foreign direct investment in the electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing sector with national interests.