Malaysia
SC launches ICM Innovation Lab to advance Maqasid al-Shariah driven Islamic capital market innovation
The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) announced Thursday the establishment of the ICM Innovation Lab (FIKRALab), a structured co-creation and applied research and development (R&D) platform to develop new Islamic capital market (ICM) products and instruments.
Middle East tensions pose mixed risks for semiconductor supply chain, Malaysia partially insulated – Maybank
Malaysia’s semiconductor industry, concentrated on assembly, test, and packaging (ATP), is relatively insulated from immediate supply disruptions caused by rising tensions in the Middle East, Maybank Investment Bank said Thursday.
Germany’s semiconductor firm AIXTRON to build factory in Malaysia
Germany-based AIXTRON, a supplier of deposition equipment for compound semiconductors, is set to spend €40 million ($46 million) in building a new manufacturing facility in Malaysia, according to a release on Wednesday of the firm.
Catcha Digital acquires MIFB for $1M to expand B2B expo portfolio
Malaysia-based Catcha Digital Berhad announced Wednesday that it has inked a deal to acquire Malaysian International Food & Beverage Trade Fair (MIFB), a food and beverage trade event for a cash consideration of MYR 3.97 million.
Japan’s office software provider Cybozu to invest $6.4M in Malaysia expansion
Japan-based Cybozu, a collaborative office software company known for its Kintone platform, has committed an initial $6.4 million investment to expand its operations in Malaysia.
Korea’s POSCO International targets $230M rare earth supply from Southeast Asia with venture capital push
South Korea's POSCO International is targeting an annual rare earth supply of $230 million from Southeast Asia, as it accelerates efforts to build a stable global supply chain for heavy rare earth elements critical to electric vehicle (EV) traction motors.
Malaysia-based Gobi Partners seeks to join Vietnam’s $19M VC initiative
Gobi Partners, a venture capital (VC) firm based in Malaysia and Hong Kong, seeks to invest in Vietnam, including the country's national VC fund.
Gobi-backed CompAsia targets $101M-$126M Main Market IPO in 1H 2027 – report
Lim said the funds raised from the IPO would mainly be utilised for working capital, to develop its device ownership plan and to strengthen its omnichannel presence to ensure a seamless experience between online and physical retail in Malaysia.
GXBank to focus on deepening existing capabilities, ensuring unit economics remain as robust as its growth [Q&A]
We talked to Kaushik Chowdhury, Chief Executive Officer of GXBank, to learn more about GXBank’s achievements in 2025 and its plans and aspirations for 2026. He also shared his views on the outlook of the digital banking industry in Malaysia.
Taiwan’s IC design firm Fitipower establishes presence in Malaysia
Taiwan-based Fitipower Integrated Technology Inc., an integrated circuit (IC) design company, has established its presence in Malaysia.
