Pine Labs Extends Technology Partnership With Woolworths Group

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 29 (Bernama) -- Pine Labs has extended its technology partnership with Woolworths Group, expanding its role in powering the retailer’s gift card ecosystem through enhanced platform capabilities, deeper application programming interface (API) integrations and support for new digital stored-value experiences.

Nanning Competition Awards Innovation And Entrepreneurship Projects, Boosts ASEAN Focus

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 29 (Bernama) -- The ninth China·Nanning Overseas Talent Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition 2026 concluded in Nanning, awarding six first prizes, 10 second prizes, 14 third prizes, 20 excellence awards and five ASEAN Cooperation Potential Awards.

Bursa Malaysia Lower At Midday Amid Selling In Banking Stocks

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 29 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia remained lower at midday, weighed down by selling in selected heavyweights particularly banking stocks, in line with the softer Wall Street performance.

BDO Malaysia Calls For Simpler Tax Rules In Budget 2027

By Niam Seet Wei

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 29 (Bernama) -- Audit firm BDO Malaysia has called on the government to simplify tax rules and reduce compliance costs in Budget 2027 to lower the cost of doing business. 

Budget 2027 Must Enhance People’s Ability To Adapt To AI To Boost Nation’s Competitive Advantage - HR Consultant

By Mikhail Raj Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 29 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must undertake initiatives in Budget 2027 to accelerate the people’s ability to adapt to the dynamics of artificial intelligence (AI) rather than merely adopting it, a move which will help the country raise its competitive advantage.

Ringgit Opens Slightly Higher Against US Dollar, Major Currencies

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 29 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar and a basket of major currencies on Tuesday, with elevated geopolitical risks continuing to favour defensive positioning.

Budget 2027: Perak Hopes For Funding For Water Transfer Project, School Infrastructure

IPOH, Sept 28 (Bernama) -- The Perak government hopes Budget 2027 will give due consideration to its request for funding for a water transfer project from the Perak River to Bukit Merah Lake, so that it can be implemented by next year.

New Automotive Investors Could Replace BYD In Tanjong Malim - Perak MB

IPOH, Sept 28 (Bernama) -- Perak has confirmed that several automotive companies are interested in investing in KLK TechPark in Tanjong Malim, potentially replacing Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker BYD Company Ltd, which previously withdrew from the project.

A​​​​yer Holdings Unit Proposes To Acquire Two Land Parcels In Kuala Lumpur For RM138 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 28 (Bernama) -- Ayer Holdings Bhd’s wholly owned subsidiary Kuchai Urban Development Sdn Bhd planned to acquire two parcels of land located along Jalan Kuchai Lama, Kuchai Lama from Bukit Cemerlang Sdn Bhd for RM138 million.

Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Leaves Behind A Legacy Of Rural Women Economic Empowerment

By Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 28 (Bernama) -- “With proper education and training, rural women can help raise literate and productive children who, in turn, can be positive contributors to a nation’s growth and prosperity.”

QFC, US Chamber Of Commerce Sign MoU To Boost US-Qatar Business Ties

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 28 (Bernama) -- The Qatar Financial Centre (QFC), an onshore financial and business centre, and the United States (US) Chamber of Commerce have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen commercial and investment engagement between Qatar and the US.

AirAsia MOVE Adds China Carriers China Eastern, Shanghai Airlines

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 28 (Bernama) --  All-in-one travel app AirAsia MOVE has inked strategic direct airline partnerships with China Eastern Airlines and Shanghai Airlines, enhancing access to connectivity between Malaysia, China and the region.