Malaysia stories - Page 2

Malaysia’s top mobile operators launch a Number Verification API to help businesses combat online fraud and boost digital security across networks.

Southeast Asian businesses face up to USD $165.5m annual losses from IT outages as AI adoption surges, demanding smarter observability and system monitoring.

CelcomDigi launches MYR RM88 soundbox merging QR payments and e-invoicing to help Malaysian MSMEs adopt digital business tools with ease.

CelcomDigi partners with Malaysian authorities to pilot AI-driven traffic platform in Petaling Jaya, easing congestion and boosting smart city goals.

Critical infrastructure in Asia-Pacific faces rising cyber threats as organisations tackle complex IT-OT divides and adopt AI for enhanced security visibility.

CelcomDigi launches pre-orders for iPhone 17 series in Malaysia with rebates up to MYR RM1,200 and free PhoneCARE protection starting 12 September 2025.

Southeast Asia’s startup funding fell to USD $1.85 billion in H1 2025, a six-year low, amid economic uncertainty and stricter governance standards.

RushOwl has raised USD $10 million to expand its AI-driven ride-sharing platform across Asia, targeting markets including the Philippines, South Korea and Malaysia.

CelcomDigi launches CD:NXT to train 5,000 Malaysian youths in AI, 5G and digital skills, supporting the nation’s drive towards a digital economy and innovation.

AirTrunk has secured AUD $16 billion in the largest sustainability-linked refinancing in APJ, supporting green data centres and social impact initiatives.

QBE appoints Stephen Geisler as CEO South Asia and Ross Bethell as Head of Partnerships to boost growth and drive partnerships across its Asia business.

CelcomDigi and Huawei Malaysia launch FTTR-B, a Fibre-to-the-Room solution offering businesses gigabit speeds and seamless connectivity across premises.

Asia Pacific data centre capacity hit 12,634 MW in H1 2025, with Thailand and Malaysia driving 64% of new growth, sparking regional infrastructure expansion.

LogicMonitor has teamed up with Malaysia's Pentech to expand in Southeast Asia, offering AI-powered IT monitoring to boost digital infrastructure control.

The JAZRO Cup 2025 united 1,200 students from 143 Malaysian schools, with over 60% rural, in a national robotics and coding competition promoting STEM equality.

Alok Garodia joins FLOW Digital Infrastructure as CFO to boost growth and expand its data centre operations across Asia Pacific, backed by PAG's strong capital.

FedEx launches AI tools in Asia-Pacific to simplify international shipping docs, aiding accuracy in customs codes and cutting delays for global exporters.

CelcomDigi unveils AI-powered tools developed in-house to boost operations and serve SMEs via AI-as-a-Service, enhancing efficiency and customer support.

Ransomware attacks in Malaysia surged 78% in 2024, prompting firms to shift from compliance to a proactive cybersecurity culture to combat evolving threats.

CelcomDigi has launched MobileSHIELD, an AI-powered app offering protection against scams, malware, and identity leaks for MYR RM10 monthly in Malaysia.