K-KOMM and MDEC to set up sharing economy committee
K-KOMM and the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) will set up and jointly chair the Sharing Economy Committee (SEC).
Wed Sep 07 2022
Wan Izzana's appointment to MDEC based on merit, qualification - Annuar
The appointment of Wan Izzana Fatimah Zabedah Mohamad Salleh as a non-executive director of the Board of Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) was based on merit and her experience.
Wed Dec 08 2021
MDEC confident digital economy growth will strengthen in line with strong GDP performance
The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) welcomed the Ministry of Finances (MOF) 2021 first quarter GDP.
Wed May 12 2021
MYWiT a testament to government effort to sustain tech industry - Saifuddin
The MyDigitalWorkForce Work In Tech (MYWiT) initiative announced today by Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) is a testament to the government's continued effort to sustain the tech industry.
Mon Apr 05 2021
MDEC allocates RM14 mil to 70 SMEs, start-ups to strengthen digital ecosystem
MDEC is in the midst of disbursing RM3.5 million worth of grant claims to 20 recipients, mainly from the digital creative content industry.
Fri Apr 02 2021
Malaysia must continue to chart its digital agenda
Malaysia must continue to chart forward and elevate its digital agenda, said Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC).
Fri Aug 14 2020
Finance Minister: New normal may be permanent normal
Consumer behaviour has possibly changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, making the new normal permanent -- something retailers need to prepare for to help the economy recover.
Sat May 23 2020
Micro, small entrepreneurs urged to go online during MCO
The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) has urged micro and small entrepreneurs in Malaysia to continue to promote their products and services during the Movement Control (MCO) period.
Tue Apr 07 2020
Najib: Being innovative, entrepreneurial is key to Malaysias future
Malaysia sustainable and inclusive future will depend not only on good economic policies but also involves integrating new technologies.
Tue Aug 08 2017
Najib: Being innovative, entrepreneurial is key to Malaysia's future
The National eCommerce Strategic Roadmap has been mandated to map out actionable programmes that lead to Malaysian businesses becoming global eCommerce champions.
Tue Aug 08 2017
MDEC grows more data professionals
The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) held its second Data Science Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC) 2016/17 programme today at Heriot-Watt University, Putrajaya Lakeside Campus.
Fri Jul 21 2017
MDEC records new investments of RM16.3 bln in 2016
Chief Executive Officer Datuk Yasmin Mahmood said of this sum, RM6.43 billion was from new investors, for a record-breaking second consecutive year.
Thu Mar 16 2017
Malaysia's digital economy clinches top-notch global security expertise
Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation today formalised a partnership with the Protection Group International the top United Kingdom cybersecurity company with proven pioneering world-class expertise.
Tue Dec 06 2016
Malaysia's GBS sector to add 6,000 jobs in 2016
Malaysia's global business services sector is on track to add another 6,000 jobs this year, riding on its resilience against the softening economic environment.
Sun Aug 28 2016
MDeC targets 100,000 participants for eUsahawan, eRezeki programmes this year
MDeC would expand its collaboration with Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) centres nationwide.
Tue Apr 19 2016
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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