Malaysia to hold talks with Meta over proliferation of illegal gambling ads

Malaysian authorities are scheduled to meet with executives from Meta on September 22 to address the increasing prevalence of illegal online gambling advertisements appearing on Facebook. The discussions will center on the challenges posed by...

Malaysia launches Halal+ 2030 to boost global halal economy with digital innovation

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is accelerating its halal industry through digital transformation and global collaboration initiatives. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced the Halal+ 2030 framework during the World Halal...

NA Chairman visits Malaysia’s Petronas, seeks stronger energy cooperation

Kuala Lumpur (VNA) – National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man on September 17 visited and had a working session with leaders of Malaysia's national oil and gas company Petronas as part of his trip to the country. At the meeting, the top...

BYD Malaysia Confirms: Seal 6 EV Landing 26 September

After teasing its next debut, BYD Malaysia has confirmed that the next model is going to be the Seal 6 EV, also known as the Qin L EV in China. The debut of the sedan in the local market marks its first international launch. This sedan was first...

iPhone 17 Malaysia: Are we getting “Made in India” iPhones?

Due to the ongoing tariff situation in the US, it has been reported that Apple is shifting new iPhone production from China to India for US-bound devices. But what about Malaysia? Are we getting ‘’Made in India” iPhones? We just got our hands on...

Wild chimpanzees consume the equivalent of 2 cocktails a day in the form of boozy fruit, research finds

Chimpanzee (Photo: MGN / Flickr / William Warby / CC BY 2.0)(CBS NEWS) — In the forests of Uganda and Côte d’Ivoire, chimps crowd into fig and plum trees, feasting on fruit that’s sweet, soft and just a little boozy. A new study shows those daily...

Pakistan’s Biggest Tech Expo Returns

E-commerce Gateway Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. has announced the 26th edition of ITCN Asia Karachi, Pakistan’s largest IT and Telecom expo and conference, scheduled to take place from September 23 to 25, 2025, at the Expo Centre in Karachi. This event is...

Wild chimps consume the equivalent of 2 cocktails a day, research finds

In the forests of Uganda and Côte d'Ivoire, chimps crowd into fig and plum trees, feasting on fruit that's sweet, soft and just a little boozy. A new study shows those daily snacks quietly add up to the equivalent of nearly two alcoholic beverages...

Scientex posts higher Q4 net profit of RM154.3m, proposes 6 sen final dividend

PETALING JAYA: Packaging manufacturer and property developer Scientex Bhd reported higher earnings for the fourth quarter ended July 31, 2025 (Q4’25), with net profit rising 13.6% to RM154.3 million compared to RM135.9 million in the previous...

Malaysian students remain priority, says Higher Education DG on international student intake

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysian students remain the priority in university admissions, says Datuk Prof Dr Azlinda Azman. The Higher Education director-general said the Ministry is committed to providing placements for local students, ensuring that they...

Illegal Number Plate-Flippers Are Surprisingly Easy To Obtain In Malaysia

Ever seen those the iconic scenes in movies such as The Transporter and Taxi, where the number plate of the car flips from one to another at the press of a button? Well, believe it or not, both the mechanism and plates can actually be purchased on...

Gorilla Technology Stock Soared Nearly 10% Today – Here’s An Update

Gorilla Technology Group Inc. (GRRR) on Wednesday announced a partnership with Singapore-based infrastructure firm Freyr, signing a three-year agreement valued at $1.4 billion to build and operate a network of artificial intelligence-powered data...

Malaysia’s strong stand on Palestine at Doha summit praised internationally, says deputy minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 — Malaysia’s firm position on Palestine during the Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit in Doha has received positive responses from international political observers, underscoring the country’s steadfast commitment to justice and...

Why Kuala Lumpur’s logistics sector will remain stable throughout the year

E-commerce growth will drive smart warehouse demand in 2025. The domestic logistics sector in Kuala Lumpur is expected to maintain stability throughout 2025 according to a JLL report, benefiting from e-commerce expansion and support from the...

Gorilla Technology Stock Is Rising Wednesday: Here's Why

Gorilla Technology Group Inc. GRRR stock is up Wednesday after the company signed a $1.4 billion deal with Freyr to build a network of data centers across Southeast Asia. What To Know: Gorilla Technology’s contract with Freyr will span three years...

Bursa Malaysia ends at intraday high

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Continued buying momentum in financial services heavyweights pushed Bursa Malaysia to close at its intraday high today, with the key index strengthening its position above the 1,600 psychological level. At 5 pm,...

Business : Malaysian Media Focusing On China’s Tech Rise, Impact On Job Creation

From Sharifah Hunaini Syed Ismail KUNMING (CHINA), Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysian media is showing strong interest in China’s advancements in technology, particularly in electric vehicles (EVs) and the digital economy, as well as focusing on how...

Bank Negara Risks ‘Resetting’ Malaysia Into Third World Country, Say Private Doctors

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 — The government’s “Reset” agenda led by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) to curb medical inflation may force Malaysian specialist doctors to emigrate overseas, said a doctors’ association. Association of Specialists in Private...

Survey Highlights Fragmented Cancer Care Pathway In Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 — Public perceptions of cancer care in Malaysia show critical gaps across the pathway from screening and diagnosis through to treatment and survivorship, according to new research commissioned by Siemens Healthineers....

Malaysia to host landmark Asean business summit in October

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia will play host to the inaugural Asean Chinese Business Leaders Summit 2025, a landmark gathering that will, for the first time, unite entrepreneurs and chamber leaders from all 10 Asean member countries under one roof. The...