Malaysia
Malaysia government to study impact of DeepSeek AI platform on Malaysia – report
Gobind said the government is giving serious consideration to DeepSeek and its model, before it can be adapted for local use to keep pace with the rapid development of the AI landscape.
Axiata inks deals with Sinar Mas to advance digital solutions in Southeast Asia
Malaysian telecommunication firm Axiata Group Berhad has inked deals with Indonesian conglomerate Sinar Mas to advance strategic collaboration in digital solutions in the Malaysian and Indonesia.
Maybank : EV transition is reshaping Malaysia’s automotive industry
Maybank Investment Bank said Tuesday that Malaysia's automotive industry is transitioning, driven by the rise of electric vehicle (EV) players, with current investments focused on downstream areas like showrooms and service centers, alongside growing interest in EV assembly.
AirAsia X announces the extension of time to complete the acquisition of Capital A’s aviation business
The timeline has been extended by two months, from Jan 25 to Mar 24, 2025, allowing both parties additional time to finalize the transaction for AAAGL and AAB.
MYEG partners with MyDigital ID Solutions to set up Malaysia’s blockchain-powered digital identity ecosystem
The MyDigital ID Superapp will provide a seamless, secure, and scalable solution for integrating digital identity management for commercial service providers.
MIMOS partners Masverse to develop blockchain infrastructure for Malaysia
Malaysia's national applied research and development (R&D) center for technology solutions MIMOS Berhad has partnered blockchain firm Masverse to develop blockchain infrastructure for Malaysia.
Malaysia’s PE firm Creador closes Fund VI at $930 million, says Founder & CEO Brahmal Vasudevan
Since its inception, the firm has raised $3.1 billion from a diverse group of global investors, including prominent corporations, foundations, family offices, and institutions.
Hong Leong sees Malaysian government supportive policies to provide competitive advantage in data center amid US AI chip curbs
While the recent US Framework for AI Diffusion presents a dent to Malaysia’s booming DC space, Hong Leong Investment Bank Research said Wednesday that Malaysian government supportive policies will provide a competitive advantage in data center (DC) investment.
Maybank estimates ASEAN data center growth at 20 percent revenue CAGR by 2028
Maybank Investment Bank has estimated ASEAN data center growth at 20 percent revenue compound annual growth rate (CAGR) by 2028.
London-based GP Bullhound welcomes Shahril Hamdan as Head of Southeast Asia
GP Bullhound is a technology advisory and investment firm, providing transaction advice and capital to the world’s best entrepreneurs and founders. Founded in 1999 in London and Menlo Park, the firm today has 13 offices spanning Europe, US and Asia.
