Ooi Hann Liew’s Tale of Reinvention in the Startup World
Embarking on a second startup journey can be a thrilling yet daunting experience, especially after the roller-coaster ride of founding…
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Ex-BNM Governor Muhammad Ibrahim Leads Agrochem Firm’s ‘Superapp’ Launch
Agrochemical company Hextar Technologies Solutions (HexTech) has made its foray into fintech with the roll out of its mobile app…
JC3’s ESG Jumpstart Portal Launched to Promote Sustainability Among SMEs
The JC3’s SME Focus Group (SFG) has launched a new portal, ESG Jumpstart, to help small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)…
BNM Sets Ambitious Climate Financing Goal by 2026, RM200 Billion Pledged to ESG
Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) expects at least half of new financing by banks to be aligned with climate supporting or…
7 Key Budget 2024 Highlights Impacting Fintech in Malaysia
The Malaysia Budget 2024, tabled by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, outlines the country’s largest-ever financial blueprint, amounting to…
SC Malaysia Launches World-First Simplified ESG Disclosure Guide for SMEs
Securities Commission (SC) Malaysia’s affiliate Capital Markets Malaysia (CMM) has launched a Simplified ESG Disclosure Guide (SEDG) to help SMEs…
UOB Malaysia Kicks off Sustainability Accelerator to Help SMEs Go Green
UOB Malaysia has launched the Jom Transform – Sustainability Accelerator Programme (JT-SAP) to help small and medium enterprises (SMEs) adopt…
SC Welcomes Budget 2024 Measures to Support Startups, Sustainable Investment
The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has welcomed the measures announced in Budget 2024. This includes the allocation of RM100 million…
Malaysia Fintech Report 2023: Landmark Year in Financial Innovation
The past 12 months have been a pivotal period for financial innovation in the country, featuring milestone moments and historic…
Former MDEC Chairman Dr. Rais Hussin Appointed CEO of MRANTI
The Malaysian Research Accelerator for Technology and Innovation (MRANTI) has appointed Datuk Wira Dr. Rais Hussin Mohamed Ariff as its…
Who Were the Big Winners of the 2023 Fintech Frontiers Awards Malaysia?
The Malaysian fintech community gathered yesterday and celebrated its achievements at the inaugural, 2023 edition of the Fintech Frontiers Awards,…