KUALA LUMPUR (July 17): Malaysia is committed to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and prioritising the well-being of its citizens, said Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming. Nga, in delivering the National Statement at the High-Level Political Forum in conjunction with the United Nations General Assembly (UN) in New York, emphasised Malaysia’s… Source link
Read More »K-One gains traction with data centre-linked jobs
This article first appeared in The Edge Malaysia Weekly on July 8, 2024 – July 14, 2024 ACE Market-listed electronics manufacturing services (EMS) firm K-One Technology Bhd (KL:K1) appears to be back on the radar screens of investors, with its share price climbing more than 87% so far this year. Having traded below 20 sen in the first half of the year, the stock started its upward trend in… Source link
Read More »MIFB 2024: Malaysia’s Premier F&B Event Showcases Latest Trends in Food Tech and Addresses Key Sustainability Issues, Business News
Features the inaugural MYFoodTech, a comprehensive new platform that highlights the latest technological advances, solutions and services across key segments in the food value chain Exhibitors and Strategic Conference Speakers highlight sustainability and food security issues, and organisers activate zero waste measures at event KUALA LUMPUR,… Source link
Read More »Scicom’s gov-tech aspirations in the spotlight
This article first appeared in The Edge Malaysia Weekly on July 8, 2024 – July 14, 2024 THE management of Scicom MSC Bhd (KL:SCICOM) is waiting for the company to bag its first large-scale border control and immigration concession, after being shortlisted in as many as five countries. The company has been looking to secure such government technology (gov-tech) contracts for some time now but… Source link
Read More »New Horizons for SMEs in the Johor-Singapore SEZ
Six Catalysts Driving the Success of JSSEZ SINGAPORE – ACN Newswire – July 17, 2024 – Maybank Singapore hosted approximately 160 SME guests and business leaders at the Maybank Johor-Singapore Access conference on July 8, 2024. The event aimed to prepare attendees for doing business and to provide a platform for sharing perspectives on the expected opportunities and economic benefits within the… Source link
Read More »Veteran corporate executive Farah Jaafar joins Webull Malaysia’s Board of Directors, Business News
The vice-president of the FinTech Association of Malaysia brings nearly 30 years of financial experience to her directorship at Webull Malaysia KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia , July 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Webull Securities (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (“Webull Malaysia”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Farah Jaafar as a new Independent… Source link
Read More »SME Corp Unveils Initiative to Enhance Financial Management, Digitalisation for MSMEs
SME Corp Malaysia, through the micro connector programme, has organised the Klik-Klik Senang Akaun Programme, focusing on efficient financial management and digitising accounting processes for MSMEs in Sabah. Tan Sri Datuk Seri Panglima Bernard Giluk Dompok, Chairman of SME Corp. Malaysia, and Datuk Dr Haji Mohd Arifin Datuk Haji Mohd Arif, Minister of Science,… Source link
Read More »Gen Zs trust user and expert insights
Photo by Sam Lion Shopee’s ‘Engaging Generation Z Shoppers in the Digital Era’ survey findings revealed that 60% of respondents prioritise platforms with easy search, comparison functionalities, and helpful reviews followed closely by comprehensive product information and trustworthiness. This emphasises the importance of building a user-friendly platform… Source link
Read More »Govt to assist SMEs in e-invoicing
PETALING JAYA: The mandatory implementation of e-invoicing may result in some challenges for the small and medium enterprises (SMEs) at first, but it is necessary for future benefits, says Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo. “We have received some suggestions and have learnt that SME’s are concerned they… Source link
Read More »Educate and advise first about e-invoicing
PETALING JAYA: The government could use an educate-and-advise approach in implementing the e-invoicing initiative for the first year, says the Small and Medium Enterprises Association (Samenta) as the deadline for implementation on Aug 1 nears. The association said this based on the findings from its Samenta… Source link
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