AWANI Review: Mesolitica: How Malaysia’s First LLM is Boosting Local AI Adoption
Local startup Mesolitica is shaping AI to meet the unique needs of a multilingual, multicultural Malaysia. Khalil Nooh, co-founder, shares how the company is leading the way in developing the country’s first Large Language Model, capable of capturing 16 local dialects.
Sat Jan 04 2025

Malaysia ranks among top 10 crypto-friendly destinations - Gobind
Malaysian's multilingual capabilities enable global companies to serve their international customers effectively, said Gobind Singh Deo.
Thu Aug 01 2024
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[COLUMNIST] Enhancing language retention and proficiency through multilingualism and effective teaching methods
The multilingualism of Malaysians has been slowly dwindling in the past decades.
Tue May 21 2024

The economics of foreign language proficiency at international companies
There is a high demand for bilingual and multilingual professionals to cater the needs of international business and communication.
Sun Jan 21 2024

Why mixing languages can improve students' academic performance
Much research has documented the use of similar pejorative terms elsewhere and 'bahasa rojak' in Malaysia is one of it.
Tue Oct 26 2021

Facebook will automatically translate posts into different languages
Facebook on Friday began testing a translation tool that will automatically let posts be displayed in languages users prefer.
Sat Jul 02 2016

MACC launches multilingual portal, online radio MACC.FM
The launch is part of its efforts to educate the public on corruption issues and improve the confidence of the public in the commission.
Thu Dec 10 2015

Exposure to multiple languages eases children's communication skills
Children who hear more than one language spoken at home could be better communicators than those raised in monolingual homes, according to a new study from the University of Chicago.
Mon May 18 2015

Multilingual minions take over in 'Despicable Me 2'
The cute babbling Minions who played supporting roles in 2010's animated blockbuster "Despicable Me" take center stage in the sequel, a film tipped to rival the original's stellar success.
Thu Jul 04 2013

Clarification on the investment in Sapura Energy by MDH
Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB) as the existing significant shareholder of SEB.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Floods recede in Beaufort, but residents remain wary of downstream water flow
While floods in Beaufort are receding, residents remain on alert for downstream water flow that could bring floodwaters from inland areas.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Govt to ensure establishment of SEGiM aligns with introduction of Gig Workers Bill
The government intends to ensure that the establishment of the Malaysian Gig Economy Commission (SEGiM) is in line with the introduction of the Gig Workers Bill.
Wed Mar 12 2025

UK steel industry warns of damage as Trump tariffs come into force
US President Donald Trump's tariffs on UK steel "couldn't come at a worse time," the industry has warned as the levy on US imports is introduced, reported PA Media/dpa news.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Penang allocates RM49.45 million for Phase 1 of i-Sejahtera Programme
The Penang government has allocated RM49.45 million for 274,151 recipients under Phase 1 of the i-Sejahtera Programme this year.
Wed Mar 12 2025

PM Anwar calls on all parties to be agents of unity, help unite people of different races
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on all Malaysians to join hands to become agents of unity and assist the MADANI Government in its efforts to unite all Malaysians
Wed Mar 12 2025

Women representation in senior management fall to 36.2 pct in 2025
The Grant Thornton Women in Business Report reveals a concerning decline in the representation of women in senior management positions in Malaysia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Singapore Airlines prohibits usage, charging of power banks from April 1
Singapore Airlines (SIA) passengers will not be allowed to use power banks or charge them throughout their flight effective April 1.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Captain of cargo ship arrested over fatal collision in North Sea
The cargo ship captain involved in the North Sea's deadly collision has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter.
Wed Mar 12 2025

No plans to follow us in repatriating illegal immigrants - KDN
For the period up to March 9 this year, the total number of deportations from Immigration depots was 9,199 people.
Wed Mar 12 2025