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Maybank, TM Launches Go Niaga To Offer Financial Services For MSMEs
Maybank Islamic and Unifi Business, TM’s digital business solutions arm, have launched their inaugural ‘Go Niaga’ mobile business banking bundle. This collaboration aims to deliver the country’s first Islamic Banking as a Service (BaaS) solution powered by 5G, catering to consumers and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Targeting local entrepreneurs and MSMEs, Go Niaga is set to help businesses manage finances, improve incomes, and offer digital payment options powered by secure 5G connectivity and networks. The bundle combines the best of Maybank Islamic’s diverse financial services with TM’s recognised Uni5G Postpaid Biz mobile packages, providing seamless access and experiences for today’s digital customers. Additionally, Go Niaga will address current market gaps among this segment and enable businesses to better participate in e-commerce and expand their customer reach.
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NetApp Reinforces ASEAN, Malaysian Leadership for Growth
Intelligent data infrastructure company NetApp today announced the appointments of Sheraine Chua (left in pic) as its senior director for ASEAN, and Alwyn David as country manager for NetApp Malaysia.
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Liew Chin Tong Calls For New Trade Agenda, Malaysia’s Economic Alignment With APEC Priorities
As the geopolitical tensions escalate and conflicts dominating global headlines, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) emerges as a hope for a peaceful and prosperous future. The Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), Liew Chin Tong during his speech at the APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC) Meeting Opening Ceremony reflected on the current state of global affairs, emphasising that the world was more optimistic three decades ago.
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Musk Says SpaceX Has Moved Its Incorporation To Texas From Delaware
Rocket company SpaceX has moved its state of incorporation to Texas from Delaware, CEO Elon Musk said Wednesday in a post on X.
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Sarawak To Allign With EU On Energy Production
Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg recently announced their cooperation with the European Union (EU) in the energy production sector to reduce the effects of climate change.
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Fake it until you make it’: Millennials are obsessed with looking rich
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Inflation has prompted even wealthy Americans to curb their spending habits.
But affluent millennials still feel pressured to spend to show they’re successful, a recent survey finds.
To build true wealth, experts say they may want to reframe their thinking.
High inflation has prompted even well-to-do Americans to rethink their spending habits.
But one group — affluent millennials — are more likely to lie or exaggerate their finances to appear financially successful, according to a recent survey from Wells Fargo.
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Bursa Malaysia Shares Tipped To See Renewed Support On Thursday
Bursa Malaysia headed south again on Wednesday, one day after snapping the two-day slide in which it had eased less than a single point or 0.1 percent.
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InNature Says The Body Shop UK Restructuring Does Not Impact Malaysia
InNature the franchise holder for The Body Shop in Malaysia has stated that the situation with the appointment of administrators by The Body Shop International Limited to accelerate the restructuring of the UK business has no impact in Malaysia operation.
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Malaysia’s Logistics Rents To Trend Upward In Line With Regional Rise: Knight Frank
Malaysia showed an upward trajectory in logistics rents, which echoes the broader regional trend, indicating a positive outlook for the industry, according to Knight Frank’s Asia-Pacific Logistics Markets Report H2 2023.
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CIMB Islamic Announces Platinum Sponsorship For Faith Events’ 2024, With Sonny Bill As Key Speaker
CIMB Islamic Bank Berhad (CIMB Islamic) has announced its platinum sponsorship of Faith Events’ 2024 series of Islamic educational events, featuring globally renowned speakers in the Islamic society. This esteemed series will showcase prominent figures such as Nouman Ali Khan and Dr. Omar Suleiman. Starting off the series will be Sonny Bill Williams Live in Malaysia, alongside Shaykh Wael Ibrahim.
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