Thredd Wraps Up Successful Q3 With Fintech Transaction Volumes, New Issuer Signings

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- Thredd, a next-generation payments processor, reported positive third quarter (Q3) results with 2024 on track to outperform all prior years, powered by a 20 per cent increase in transactions, key global client wins, programme expansions and growth in distinct payment segments and markets.

H2O.ai Partners Singtel’s Digital InfraCo To Deliver GenAI-as-a-Service

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- H2O.ai, the leader in open-source generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) has announced a strategic partnership with Singtel’s Digital InfraCo to bring GenAI-as-a-Service (GenAIaaS) to organisations across Asia Pacific (APAC).

NXHD Completes Acquisition Of German’s Simon Hegele, Becoming A Fully Owned Subsidiary

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- Nippon Express Holdings Inc (NXHD) has announced the successful completion of its acquisition of all shares in German-based SH HoldCo GmbH (Simon Hegele), a group of companies specialising in contract logistics in the healthcare industry.

Budget 2025: Continue Funding Programmes That Focus On Gig Workers - Foodpanda

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- Foodpanda Malaysia hopes the government will maintain gig-worker-focused funding in Budget 2025, similar to previous initiatives to help them thrive.

MPC Launches Guidelines For EVs, Battery Management To Ensure Safety And Ecosystem Protection

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC) has launched the electric vehicle and battery management (EVBM) guidelines to ensure public safety, environmental protection and the sustainability of Malaysia’s EV ecosystem. 

FreedomPay-Stripe Partnership To Facilitate Businesses Unify Commerce

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- FreedomPay, an innovative leader in Next Level Commerce technologies has partnered Stripe, a financial infrastructure platform for businesses, to make it easier for enterprises to unify commerce.

Malaysia Could Supercharge FDI Through Budget 2025 Initiatives - Analysts

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia could supercharge its foreign direct investment (FDI) through Budget 2025 by offering bold tax incentives, streamlined regulations, and targeted sector support, said analysts.

PM Anwar Calls For Enhanced ASEAN-Australia Cooperation

From Sharifah Hunaini Syed Ismail

VIENTIANE, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has called for strengthened cooperation between ASEAN member countries and Australia, particularly in the area of human capital development.

Pharmaniaga Appoints EY As New External Auditor Effective Oct 9

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Pharmaniaga Bhd (Pharmaniaga) has appointed Ernst & Young (EY) as its new external auditor, effective Oct 9, 2024.

Public Bank To Acquire 44.15 Pct In LPI Capital For RM1.72 Bln Cash

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Public Bank Bhd has proposed to acquire a 44.15 per cent stake in LPI Capital Bhd, comprising 175.9 million shares, for RM1.72 billion in cash or RM9.80 per share.

Budget 2025 To Pave Way For 13th Malaysia Plan, Address Cost-Of-Living Challenges : MIER

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Budget 2025, set to be tabled on Oct 18, marks the final budget under the 12th Malaysia Plan (2021-2025) and is expected to lay the groundwork for the upcoming 13th Malaysia Plan (2026-2030).

Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher On Bargain Hunting

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia managed to maintain its upbeat momentum to end higher today as bargain hunting emerged following the recent sell-off, an analyst said.