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You have to admire the Malaysia Ministry of Finance for finding time, amid talk of disappearing chicken and onions priced like gold, to publish a formal clarification that the one‑off RM100 Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) aid cannot be used to buy beer — after a viral social‑media clip showed beer...

In Malaysia’s property sector a quiet but consequential shift is underway: instead of rushing to bolt global AI services into every workflow, a growing number of firms are adopting a go-local AI playbook — hosting open-source models on domestic or company-controlled infrastructure, fine-tuning...

The latest chapter in Malaysia’s digital transformation journey has been marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between PETRONAS and Microsoft, signaling an ambitious expansion of their strategic partnership. Aimed squarely at fostering an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven...

In a landmark move that underscores the accelerating convergence of energy and technology, PETRONAS and Microsoft recently strengthened their strategic partnership, setting their sights on the development of Malaysia's burgeoning artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem. This extension of their...

Malaysia’s tech sector has been thrust into the spotlight following the dramatic arrests of four individuals linked to a sprawling RM180 million data centre bribery scandal, raising serious concerns about corruption risks, corporate governance, and the future of digital infrastructure...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries worldwide, and Malaysia is no exception. From retail to cybersecurity, Malaysians are embracing AI to enhance their skills and boost confidence in the digital economy. This shift is driven by substantial investments, strategic...

Malaysia stands at the threshold of an unprecedented technological transformation, determined to position itself as a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) across Southeast Asia. This ambition is underpinned by the work of the National AI Office (NAIO), the central force driving Malaysia’s AI...

In a small workshop tucked away in Subang Jaya, Malaysia, echoes of laughter and the whirring sounds of tiny motors intermingle, not as the byproducts of assembly lines, but as the signs of healing. Meet Tan Guan Poh, affectionately known as “GP” to both children and adults alike, who is neither...

Malaysia’s silver workforce stands on the cusp of a transformative era. As demographic tides shift and the nation inches towards the threshold of an “aged nation” by 2030, the presence and contributions of senior citizens in Malaysia’s labor market are emerging as both a social necessity and a...

Microsoft’s strategic expansion of its global cloud infrastructure has just reached a new milestone in Southeast Asia, with the opening of its Malaysia West Cloud Region—the first such facility in the nation. This highly anticipated launch, declared official on May 28 by Microsoft Cloud and...

Microsoft’s recent announcement regarding the general availability of the Malaysia West cloud region marks a watershed moment in the country’s journey toward becoming a digital and AI powerhouse in Southeast Asia. With an ambitious vision—backed by billions in investment, strategic partnerships...

Microsoft's strategic investments in Southeast Asia underscore its commitment to accelerating the region's digital transformation through substantial investments in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure and talent development. Focusing on Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia, the tech giant...

Across the gleaming high-rises and bustling business parks of Malaysia, a quiet revolution is underway—one propelled not just by the latest software upgrade, but by a fundamental reimagining of how work is conceived, executed, and led. The latest Microsoft 2025 Work Trend Index positions...

When stepping into the evolving Malaysian workplace, one cannot ignore the accelerating adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) tools—intelligent agents—across all tiers of the organization. This energetic embrace, highlighted in Microsoft’s 2025 Work Trend Index, is reshaping the expectations...

Redefining Malaysia’s Work Culture: Microsoft’s 2025 Work Trend Index and the Dawn of AI Agents Malaysia is poised on the cusp of a dramatic transformation in the way work is performed, managed, and conceptualized. According to the recently released Microsoft 2025 Work Trend Index, the nation’s...

If you believed language wars belonged solely to fantasy novels and the odd Tolkien symposium, think again—Malaysia’s ongoing tug-of-war over the primacy of English versus the national language, Malay, is alive, multilingual, and kicking up controversy. As debates swirl from government chambers...

English is not the villain some make it out to be, and history has a habit of mocking those who attempt to cast it in that role. In Malaysia, where the linguistic landscape is as diverse as a bustling Penang food court at lunchtime, debates over the place of English have flared up again—notably...

Microsoft has long been a front-runner in global cloud infrastructure, and the latest move into Malaysia is no exception. Announced for launch in Q2 2025, the Malaysia West cloud region marks a significant milestone in Microsoft’s expansion strategy—one that’s set to forge a robust connection...

Microsoft is stepping up its game in Southeast Asia with a bold announcement that underscores not only its commitment to cloud innovation and artificial intelligence but also its belief in the region’s potential as a hub for digital transformation. Expanding the Cloud Footprint in Malaysia...

Empowering Industries with AI: Malaysia’s Transformation Story Microsoft’s renewed commitment to the Malaysian market signals a transformative era for industries across the nation. After a year-long hiatus, Microsoft reentered a landscape where artificial intelligence (AI) is not merely an...