Global billionaire wealth soars 121 per cent in past 10 years
Switzerland, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, and the US have all seen an influx of billionaires.
Fri Dec 06 2024
Why financial inclusion is the key to a thriving digital economy
1.4 billion people lack access to financial resources, highlighting a significant gap in financial inclusion in developing economies.
Sat Aug 03 2024
The Future is Female: Wahine Capital | Mitigating Gendered Financial Vulnerability
Women are significantly more financially impacted by life events such as death, divorce, illness, and retirement. How do we mitigate this gendered financial vulnerability? On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to Rejina Rahim and Sherry Sheriff, co-founders of Wahine Capital, a fintech startup with a focus on women’s financial empowerment.
Sun Jun 11 2023
Wahed Technologies renews pledge on ESG, moves Malaysia HQ to Bluedome Mines
Concurrently, Wahed is also announcing that it is launching its Malaysian Headquarters at Bluedome Mines
Mon Apr 10 2023
SWIPE appoints Sani Araby as Chairman to accelerate global expansion of fintech solutions
As a result of its expanding product line and excellent leadership team, SWIPE is well-positioned to lead the fintech sector.
Tue Mar 21 2023
[COLUMNIST] Islamic fintech for financial inclusion
Malaysia is in a strategic position to harness Islamic FinTech for innovative solutions addressing financial inclusion.
Wed Jan 18 2023
Soccer - Maradona tribute plane unveiled in Argentina
The Tango D10S a 12-seater financed by an Argentine fintech company - is designed as a flying museum in tribute to Maradona.
Thu May 26 2022
Sedania's fintech arm offers digital solutions to two recipients of Malaysia's digital bank licences
Sedania is set to boost digital banking adoption by deploying a full suite of digital banking solutions to two recipients of Malaysia's digital bank licences.
Thu May 12 2022
Sedania As Salam, FCA Capital team up to leverage Islamic fintech
Sedania As Salam has entered into a MoU with FCA Capital Sdn Bhd to leverage the rising demand for Shariah-compliant financial services in the Islamic fintech ecosystem.
Thu Oct 14 2021
RMK-12: Innovative funding solutions towards Shared Prosperity
Today, there are innovative funding instruments to raise funds for SMEs and start-ups, such as ECF and peer-to-peer(P2) platforms.
Sat Sep 25 2021
Digital Media Nusantara secures technology bridger from Malaysia Debt Ventures Berhad to become Southeast Asia's first fintech media firm
The funding will be used to accelerate Digital Media Nusantara's mission to become Southeast Asia's first fintech media firm.
Tue Sep 14 2021
Halal industry is a key feature of NRP - Ismail Sabri
Machine learning, cloud computing and the IOTs, including blockchain and fintech have changed the way business activities are conducted.
Thu Sep 09 2021
Malaysia's AirAsia to buy Gojek's Thailand business for $50 million
Under the deal, Gojek would take a stake in AirAsia's digital arm, while the low-cost carrier would acquire Gojek's business in Thailand.
Wed Jul 07 2021
AirAsia applies for digital banking license
AirAsia Group Bhd said its fintech unit has bid for a digital banking license in the country as part of a consortium.
Fri Jul 02 2021
Malaysia digital banking lures dozens of firms as fintechs expand in Asia
Bank Negara Malaysia has said it will issue up to five licences by early 2022.
Thu Jul 01 2021
Biden or Trump can still rescue TikTok; here's how
So how could Trump or Biden prevent TikTok from going dark?
Sat Jan 18 2025
Africa's youth protests: A storm brewing for 2025?
Africa sees a wave of youth-led protests fuelled by frustrations over rampant corruption, poor governance, high living costs, unemployment.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Rocking the cradle: Embracing pregnancy after 40
Age is no longer a barrier for Malaysian women to embrace motherhood, thanks to advancements in fertility treatments.
Sat Jan 18 2025
The big DC mystery: Where will Trump and his circle hang out?
For four years, the bar at Trump International Hotel in downtown Washington was the place to be seen for Donald Trump's circle of allies.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Thai resort island Phuket grapples with growing garbage crisis
By the end of year, the island could be producing up to 1,400 tonnes of trash a day, overwhelming its sole landfill, deputy mayor says.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Analysis - Biden to hand unfinished agenda to Trump for chaotic Mideast
Joe Biden's record on the world stage is likely to be heavily defined by his handling of the 15-month war in Gaza.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Biden administration will not enforce TikTok ban, says White House official
This leaves the incoming Donald Trump administration to make the decision, according to a White House official.
Sat Jan 18 2025
AWANI Tonight: 17th Jan 2025
#AWANITonight with Faye Kwan
- M’sia to continue engaging with both U.S. and China - PM
- Thai PM reassures Chinese tourists over safety concerns
#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
- M’sia to continue engaging with both U.S. and China - PM
- Thai PM reassures Chinese tourists over safety concerns
#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
Fri Jan 17 2025
AWANI Tonight: U.S. tightens rule on AI chip exports, what's the impact on M'sia?
The US is set to roll out strict export controls on advanced AI chips. National AI Office Head Sam Majid says the impact on Malaysia will remain minimal for now.
Fri Jan 17 2025
AWANI Tonight: Apple loses top spot in China’s smartphone market
Apple has been dethroned as China’s top smartphone seller, plunging 17% in 2024. Local brands Vivo and Huawei have overtaken the tech giant, bringing it now to 3rd place.
Fri Jan 17 2025