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Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew

Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew

Liew Chin Tong says the restrictions would not affect the development of the domestic data centre ecosystem as a whole.
Wed Feb 19 2025
How can Thailand and Malaysia unlock new trade opportunities together?

How can Thailand and Malaysia unlock new trade opportunities together?

Umesh Pandey emphasised the importance of enhancing economic cooperation and removing trade barriers
Wed Feb 19 2025
Optimizing IT Budgets: The key to innovation in Malaysia’s economy

Optimizing IT Budgets: The key to innovation in Malaysia’s economy

Seth Ravin, CEO of Rimini Street, discusses how optimizing IT budgets can drive innovation in Malaysia’s economy. Key topics include Malaysia's 2025 budget’s role in digital competitiveness, the importance of ERP transformation in the AI era, and strategies for reinvesting IT savings into innovation. The conversation also explores opportunities for enhancing operational efficiency in key industries and aligning digital transformation with national economic goals.
Tue Feb 18 2025
Global Furniture Market: Demand, Challenges, and Opportunities

Global Furniture Market: Demand, Challenges, and Opportunities

The global furniture market is evolving rapidly due to changing consumer behavior, economic factors, and emerging technologies.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Malaysia remains non-aligned, will not be drawn into power rivalries - PM

Malaysia remains non-aligned, will not be drawn into power rivalries - PM

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia rejects economic coercion and unilateral actions that undermine regional stability.
Mon Feb 17 2025
DeepSeek: how China’s embrace of open-source AI caused a geopolitical earthquake

DeepSeek: how China’s embrace of open-source AI caused a geopolitical earthquake

DeepSeek's rise embodies the govts push for open-source collaboration while remaining deeply embedded within a state-guided AI ecosystem.
Sat Feb 15 2025
NAIO engages stakeholders to shape Malaysia's AI landscape

NAIO engages stakeholders to shape Malaysia's AI landscape

NAIO has identified a diverse group of experts and community representatives to contribute to these Working Groups.
Fri Feb 14 2025
Malaysia’s economy grows 5.1 pct in 2024, in line with govt's target

Malaysia’s economy grows 5.1 pct in 2024, in line with govt's target

Bank Negara Malaysia says the growth is mainly due to continued expansion in domestic demand and a rebound in exports.
Fri Feb 14 2025
Govt continues to identify new strategies to ensure Malaysia remains a competitive investment destination - PM

Govt continues to identify new strategies to ensure Malaysia remains a competitive investment destination - PM

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says among the initiatives that has attracted investors is the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone.
Thu Feb 13 2025
Malaysia must fully leverage its strong aerospace ecosystem - MITI

Malaysia must fully leverage its strong aerospace ecosystem - MITI

The aerospace industry aims to increase its revenue to RM55 billion by 2030 from a revenue of around RM20-21 billion currently, MITI says.
Thu Feb 13 2025
Malaysia, Turkiye exchange 11 MOUs covering energy, defence, trade and media

Malaysia, Turkiye exchange 11 MOUs covering energy, defence, trade and media

The exchange of MoUs reflects Malaysia and Turkiyes' commitment to deepening strategic, economic and cultural ties.
Tue Feb 11 2025
New look Middle East had started to draw investors... and then came Trump

New look Middle East had started to draw investors... and then came Trump

Investors are buying Israel and Lebanon bonds, betting Beirut can resolve its political, economic, and financial crises.
Tue Feb 11 2025
New Zealand concerns mount as Cook Islands PM plans to sign agreement with China

New Zealand concerns mount as Cook Islands PM plans to sign agreement with China

Cook Islands' PM is heading to China, seeking a partnership in national development, including infrastructure, trade, and the economy.
Mon Feb 10 2025
Macron urges Trump not to hurt EU economy by imposing tariffs

Macron urges Trump not to hurt EU economy by imposing tariffs

According to Emmanuel Macron, the introduction of tariffs against the EU will lead to inflation and higher prices in the United States.
Mon Feb 10 2025
Erdogan: Malaysia key strategic partner as Turkiye strengthens Asia ties

Erdogan: Malaysia key strategic partner as Turkiye strengthens Asia ties

Beyond trade and economic collaboration, Erdogan emphasises Malaysia and Turkiye's shared commitment to international issues.
Mon Feb 10 2025
China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands

China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands

Beijing looks to improve its foothold in a region historically under the US sphere of influence.
Thu Feb 20 2025
Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy

Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy

Washington's approach changes dramatically with the initial meeting between US and Russian negotiators.
Thu Feb 20 2025
Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says

Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says

Doctors say a polymicrobial infection occurs when two or more micro-organisms are involved and can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
Thu Feb 20 2025
Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court

Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court

Sara Duterte makes her first legal move to fight the case that could lead to her removal and lead to a lifetime ban from public office.
Wed Feb 19 2025
Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch

Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch

I feel so full of life, so much energy, because everything's new and I'm just focused on what is up ahead, Hamilton says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians

UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians

The UAE's stance matters as its one of four Arab nations that normalised ties with Israel during Trumps first term.
Wed Feb 19 2025
Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time

Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time

The megastar's "The Tortured Poets Department" record also topped four IFPI charts, the IFPI says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says

More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says

Years of rebuilding work, including clearing unexploded ordinance and millions of tonnes of rubble lie ahead.
Wed Feb 19 2025
Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew

Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew

Liew Chin Tong says the restrictions would not affect the development of the domestic data centre ecosystem as a whole.
Wed Feb 19 2025
Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action

Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action

A court cannot decide that the parliament or the government must take any specific action, the Supreme Court says.
Wed Feb 19 2025