Malaysians lead the world in mobile wallet usage - Survey
63 pct of Malaysians utilising mobile wallets for transactions, said global financial technology platform Adyen.
Tue May 28 2024
Exclusive-China's Ant explores ways for Jack Ma to exit as Beijing piles pressure - Sources
Ant Group is exploring options for founder Jack Ma to divest his stake in the financial technology giant and give up control.
Mon Apr 19 2021
Fintech as driver of SME digitalisation continuing to drive momentum
Financial technology or fintech is not only the new kid on the block, but a pivotal game-changer for the digitalisation of SMEs.
Mon Nov 30 2020
South Korean fintechs come to KL
The Korea FinTech Center will be holding the 2017 Fintech Road Show, at the Intercontinental Hotel here on Thursday.
Wed Dec 06 2017
Malaysia-Bahrain should lead world's first Islamic Fintech
Malaysia and Bahrain, two leading Islamic financial hubs in the world, should take the lead in exploring the potential of Fintect.
Mon Dec 12 2016
FinTech wave to take over financial institutions
Malaysian financial institutions (FIs) should embrace the financial technology (FinTech) wave or risk losing competitive edge.
Fri Nov 25 2016
BNM actively engaging with Fintech firms, says governor
Bank Negara Malaysia has been actively engaging with financial technology (fintech) firms to better understand their activities and provide guidance on the regulations that may apply to them.
Wed May 11 2016
Khazanah invests in WeLab
This is Khazanah's first investment in China's financial technology sector.
Wed Jan 20 2016
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024