TII Next-Generation AI Model Outperforms Larger Rivals 

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 (Bernama) -- The Technology Innovation Institute (TII) has released the Falcon H1R 7B, a next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) model designed to make advanced reasoning AI more accessible through a compact, efficient, and openly available format.

Banking Sector Poised For Steady 2026 On Credit Growth, NIM Expansion -- AmInvestment Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 5 (Bernama) -- The banking sector is expected to appear steadfast in 2026 driven by sustained credit growth; net interest margin expansion; resilient non-interest income (NOII); and stable national clearing code (NCC), according to AmInvestment Bank Bhd. 

Ringgit To Trade In Narrow Range Against US Dollar In Holiday-shortened Week Ahead

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 27 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to trade in a narrow range next week, hovering between 4.03 and 4.05 against the US dollar amid a holiday-shortened week.

Tanco's Unit Appoints Hong Kong Firm To Operate Smart AI Container Port In Port Dickson

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- Tanco Holdings Bhd’s 79 per cent-owned subsidiary, Midports Holdings Sdn Bhd (MHSB), has appointed Hong Kong-based Ocean Bridge International Ports Management Co Ltd (OBIPM) as the operator of the smart artificial intelligence (AI) container port project in Port Dickson.

Yinson Unit Enters 15-Year PPA With Genesis Energy Of New Zealand

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 22 (Bernama) -- Yinson Holdings Bhd’s indirect wholly owned subsidiary Mt Cass Wind Farm Ltd (MCWFL) has entered into a 15-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Genesis Energy Ltd from its 94.6 megawatt (MW) wind farm located on the South Island of New Zealand.

Key Rail Infrastructure Projects Advance Across Malaysia In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s rail development recorded steady progress throughout 2025, marked by major milestones in national megaprojects, renewed cross-border ambitions, and intensified planning for long-term transport connectivity.

SumiSaujana To Expand Into Indonesia With Wet Gas Sulphuric Acid Facility 

From Zufazlin Baharuddin

JAKARTA, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- SumiSaujana Group Bhd (SumiSaujana) plans to expand its footprint into Indonesia after wholly owned subsidiary SumiSaujana TCM Chemicals Sdn Bhd (SSTCM) entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly explore the development of a wet gas sulphuric acid (WSA) facility at PT Kilang Pertamina Internasional’s (KPI) refinery units in Indonesia.

Gamuda Wins Two More Australian Projects, Bringing Order Book To A Record RM46 Bln

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- Gamuda Bhd has bagged two more contracts in Australia through its wholly-owned subsidiaries, bringing the group's order book to a new record high of RM46 billion.

James Nicholas Kinney Joins INVNT As First Global Chief AI Officer

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- INVNT, the innovation-led global brand storytelling agency, has appointed James Nicholas Kinney as its first Global Chief AI Officer to accelerate the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) across the agency and deliver new AI-powered solutions to clients.

TSR Capital Clinches RM48 Mln Bukit Raja Contract From Sime Darby Property

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- TSR Capital Bhd’s wholly owned subsidiary, TSR Bina Sdn Bhd, has clinched a contract worth RM48 million from Sime Darby Property (Bukit Raja) Sdn Bhd for the construction and completion of main infrastructure and ancillary works at Bandar Bukit Raja Stage 3.

MITI To Commence FTA Talks With GCC Countries Early Next Year

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) will commence free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries early next year, said MITI secretary-general Datuk Hairil Yahri Yaacob today. 

MRC Offers Incentive Package To Access Non-traditional Markets In 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) — The Malaysian Rubber Council (MRC) will offer 20 incentive packages next year, including grants of up to RM30,000 per participation in trade exhibitions, to explore emerging markets such as the Middle East and Eastern Europe to reduce dependence on conventional markets.