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Economy

Arteris Expands Multi-Die Portfolio For AI, HPC Chip Designs

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Arteris Inc, a provider of semiconductor technology for artificial intelligence (AI) applications, has expanded its multi-die portfolio to help semiconductor companies transition from monolithic system-on-chip (SoC) designs to chiplet-based architectures for AI, high-performance computing (HPC) and consumer electronics.

Huawei-Sponsored WAIC Connect Malaysia Links AI Tech Providers, Industry Players, Businesses

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Huawei-sponsored WAIC Connect Malaysia 2026 conference brought together artificial intelligence (AI) technology providers, industry players and businesses to explore practical applications of the technology and foster collaboration across the AI ecosystem.

MATRADE, MDEC Facilitate 5 Studios To Tokyo Game Show 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) and Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) are showcasing five Malaysian game studios at the Malaysian Pavilion at the Tokyo Game Show (TGS) 2026 in Chiba, Japan, from Sept 17 to 21, 2026.

Johor Records RM59.4 Bln In Approved Investments In 1H 2026 – Akmal

JOHOR BAHRU, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Johor recorded approved investments totalling RM59.4 billion for the first half of 2026 (1H 2026), covering the manufacturing sector, machinery manufacturing, as well as electrical and electronics.  

Global Energy Crisis 'Lagging Effect' Beginning To Impact Natural Gas, Coal Prices – Akmal

JOHOR BAHRU, Sept 17 (Bernama) – Global energy supply disruptions are now exhibiting a lagging effect, as the impact, concentrated on the petrol market since last March, begins to spread to natural gas and coal.

ASEAN's Economic, Demographic Strength To Draw Greater Global Investor Interest -- SC

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- ASEAN's economic fundamentals and demographic strength have positioned the region for greater international investor interest, said the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) today. 

Budget 2027: Targeted Incentives Needed To Attract Regional Institutional Investors To Malaysian Equities

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Budget 2027 should consider targeted incentives to attract more regional institutional investors to Malaysian equities, particularly under-owned mid-cap stocks.

South Korea Emerging As Key Destination For Medical Treatments - Amden Capital 

By M. Saraswathi

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Healthcare financing and wellness travel institution, Amden Capital Sdn Bhd, sees strong potential for South Korea to become a key destination for Malaysians and other international patients seeking specialised medical treatment, particularly in areas where the country has developed considerable specialist expertise, advanced technology and significant procedural experience.

Jumio Expands Reusable Identity Solution In APAC

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Jumio, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered identity intelligence provider, has launched its reusable identity solution, selfie.DONE, across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region as part of its global rollout.

CAEXPO 2026 Focuses On Trade, AI And Enterprise As Key Drivers Of China-ASEAN Cooperation

From Siti Fauziah Hasan

NANNING (China), Sept 16 (Bernama) -- The 23rd China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO) 2026 and the China-ASEAN Business and Investment Summit (CABIS) this year focus on economic and trade cooperation, artificial intelligence (AI) and greater participation by enterprises as key drivers of China-ASEAN cooperation.

Anwar, Abang Johari Witness Official Handover Of Bintulu Port To Sarawak

KUCHING, Sept 16 (Bernama) --  Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg today witnessed the official handover of Bintulu Port to the Sarawak state government from the federal government, marking a new chapter in the management of the strategic port.

Pinglu Canal Opens, Strengthening China-ASEAN Connectivity

From Siti Fauziah Hasan

QINZHOU (China) Sept 16 (Bernama) — The Pinglu Canal, a key project of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, officially opened to shipping today, creating a new water transport corridor linking southwestern China with ASEAN and international markets.