Special Act On BNPL Can Protect Consumers Especially Youths From Debt Burden

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 (Bernama) -- The enactment of a special act relating to the 'Buy Now Pay Later' (BNPL) scheme is important to protect consumers, especially the younger generation, from high debt burdens.

Healthcare Sector Outlook Remains Positive Despite Staff Shortages - MBSB IB

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- MBSB Investment Bank Bhd (MBSB IB) is maintaining its “positive” stance on the Malaysian healthcare sector despite medical staff shortages.

Horizon Quantum Completes Business Combination, Lists On Nasdaq

KUALA LUMPUR, March 25 (Bernama) -- Horizon Quantum Computing Pte Ltd (Horizon Quantum) has completed its business combination with dMY Squared Technology Group Inc (dMY), securing approximately US$120 million in gross proceeds and marking its public debut on the Nasdaq. (US$1=RM3.94)

Dmitry Shubov: AI Lock-in Risk Rises For Southeast Asia Legal-Tech

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) -- Southeast Asian legal-tech startups targeting United States (US) expansion face mounting compliance and commercial risks as governments and enterprise buyers increasingly favour region-specific artificial intelligence (AI) platforms, in line with projections from Gartner.

“Force Majeure” And Its Economic Impact

By Saraswathi Muniappan

KUALA LUMPUR, March 23 (Bernama) -- “Force majeure” is French for “major force”, and in legal parlance, this means that an extraordinary event has occurred, such as the war in West Asia, which is beyond the control of a party and excuses them from fulfilling their contract. 

Founders Connects Event Brings Startups, Investors Together In UAE

KUALA LUMPUR, March 16 (Bernama) -- A networking event in Dubai bringing together startup founders, investors and ecosystem partners highlighted the importance of structured peer-to-peer collaboration within the region’s startup ecosystem, with Dmitry Shubov, founder of Dmitry Shubov Consulting, among those in attendance.

Navigating The 2026 F1 Calendar Amid West Asia Conflict

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, March 15 (Bernama) -- As the 2026 Formula 1 (F1) season opened in Melbourne from March 6-8, the sport is facing one of its most complex geopolitical challenges in recent years.

Oil Price Shock Could Force Indonesia To Breach Three Per Cent GDP Deficit Rule

JAKARTA, March 13 (Bernama) -- Indonesia may struggle to keep its budget deficit within the legal ceiling of three per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) if global oil prices continue to surge due to prolonged geopolitical tensions, potentially forcing the government to consider extraordinary fiscal measures.

National Climate Change Bill Unveils MRV System, Basis For Carbon Price Implementation

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- The National Climate Change Bill (RUU PIN) will introduce a monitoring, reporting and verification (MRV) system as the main basis for the implementation of a carbon pricing mechanism and Malaysia's transition towards a low-carbon economy.

EIG’s MidOcean Energy Expands Gorgon LNG Stake Through JERA Acquisition

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 (Bernama) -- MidOcean Energy (MidOcean), a liquefied natural gas (LNG) company formed and managed by EIG, announced it has signed definitive agreements with JERA Co Inc (JERA) to acquire JERA Gorgon Pty Ltd, which holds a 0.417 per cent interest in the Gorgon LNG project.

Carbon Pricing Should Be Viewed As Emerging Transition Risk - Kenanga IB

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- The introduction of carbon pricing should be viewed not only as a compliance requirement but also as an emerging signal of transition risk that will increasingly need to be incorporated into portfolio analysis, said Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).

Horizon Quantum Unveils Anticipated Board Members, Chief Legal Officer 

KUALA LUMPUR, March 10 (Bernama) -- Horizon Quantum Holdings Ltd (Horizon Quantum) has announced expected new members of its board of directors and a key addition to its leadership team.