MITI Imposes Permit Requirement On US-Origin AI Chip Exports, Transshipments To Close Regulatory Gaps

KUALA LUMPUR, July 14 (Bernama) -- Effective immediately, all exports, tranships and transits of high-performance AI chips of US origin are subject to a Strategic Trade Permit, an initiative to  close regulatory gaps, Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) announced today.

Brisk Ringgit Transactions Ensure Malaysian Currency Maintains High Global Standing

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s brisk ringgit-denominated transactions will continue to entrench the local currency as among the top 20 currencies globally, a top wealth management company official said today.

Cyberview Demo Day Highlights Malaysia’s Rising Startups

CYBERJAYA, July 10 (Bernama) -- Ten Malaysian startups pitched their products to investors at the Cyberview Living Lab Accelerator (CLLA) Programme Cohort 20 Demo Day today, presenting locally developed solutions across various sectors.

Over RM2.2 Mln In Subsidies Still Available Under i-MULA 50 Insurance Initiative, Says LIAM

KUALA LUMPUR, July 7 (Bernama) -- More than RM2.2 million in subsidies remain available under the i-MULA 50 Starter Pack programme for first-time insurance buyers, according to the Life Insurance Association of Malaysia (LIAM).

Kenanga IB Launches Structured Warrants Linked To Hang Seng Indices On Bursa Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, July 7 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd has launched a new suite of structured warrants on Bursa Malaysia today, offering Malaysian investors direct access to global markets through exposure to two of Hong Kong’s leading Hang Seng equity benchmarks.

BRICS Reaffirms Commitment To Fair Trade, IMF Reform, And Financial Cooperation

KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) — The BRICS grouping has sent a strong message in defence of a rules-based multilateral trading system, rejecting unilateral, punitive and discriminatory protectionist measures imposed that are not in line with international laws, under the pretext of environmental concerns.

Malaysia Backs BRICS Call For Responsible AI Governance, ASEAN On Same Path - PM Anwar 

From Arul Rajoo Durar Raj

RIO DE JANEIRO, July 6 (Bernama) — Malaysia has welcomed the BRICS Statement on Artificial Intelligence (AI) Governance, voicing strong support for a vision of AI that serves development over domination, embeds ethics, reduces inequality and respects human dignity.

PM Anwar Calls On BRICS To Boost Intra-Trade, Champion Fair And Just Global Order

KUALA LUMPUR, July 5 (Bernama) —  Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for an increase in intra-BRICS trade and for the grouping to emerge as a strong and principled force, grounded in equity, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to shaping a more balanced and just international order.

Anwar Arrives In Brazil For BRICS Summit

RIO DE JANEIRO, July 5 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim arrived here Saturday to attend the 17th BRICS Leaders’ Summit hosted by Brazil.

PM Anwar To Reinforce Importance Of Multilateralism, Inclusive World Order At BRICS Summit

By Vikneswaran Raman

KUALA LUMPUR, July 5 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is set to reinforce the importance of multilateralism amid a rapidly polarising global landscape and Malaysia’s unwavering commitment to a more balanced, inclusive world order at the 17th BRICS Leaders' Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from July 6-7.

Queen Máxima Named Chair Of GFTN International Advisory Board

KUALA LUMPUR, July 3 (Bernama) -- The Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) has announced the appointment of Queen Máxima of the Netherlands, the United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Advocate for Financial Health (UNSGSA), as Chair of its International Advisory Board (IAB).

Bank Rakyat Taps Neurogine n2Tap To Boost MSME Digital Transformation

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, July 2 (Bernama) – Neurogine Sdn Bhd’s flagship product, Neurogine n2Tap, has been adopted by Bank Kerjasama Rakyat Malaysia Bhd (Bank Rakyat) as part of the bank’s i‑MerchantRAKYAT initiative.