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Malaysia has bold ambitions to become a leading innovation hub, and Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) will play a critical role in that journey. But how robust is Malaysia's CVC ecosystem? This new report – published by Capital Markets Malaysia (CMM) in collaboration with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and BCG X – explores the current landscape, benchmarking Malaysia’s performance against Southeast Asian leaders. Based on insights from a survey with Malaysian corporates and in-depth interviews with the country’s top CVC players, the report uncovers key trends, barriers, and opportunities. Download now to learn more: https://lnkd.in/edWH-ebi Hanno Stegmann Nurlin Mohd Salleh Jayme Tan Yung Shen Ow Navina Balasingam Fiona Ren Jia-yi Tan Maha Dhurairaj Mishall N. Farina Farid Laurent Acharian Mir Salim Ching-Fong (CF) Ong #BCGinSouthEastAsia #Malaysia #CVC

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THE CHESS BOARD OF PRIVATE EDUCATION That's now the RM1billion question in the market. Will he take Segi private? There has been a lot of activity recently in an increasingly more competitive private education sector. Taylor's International School, both the university and its schools and those under the "Garden International School" brand (of which I am Alumni from the original Garden School), is a dominant player but has always been private. It's big business, private education brings a higher standard, networking for the future, a solid educational foundation just look at the Doyen of private schools The Alice Smith School (again of which I am Alumni). But I digress. SEGi University & Colleges is one of the few who remain in the public arena. Even HELP University formerly listed has reverted into private hands. A common trend? The PE investors have reached the end of their fund cycle, usually after a handsome return. Is PE still looking at education? Some say yes, some no, because the emergence of edutech, virtual metaverse based universities and the accessibility of learning on apps has dramatically changed the landscape. As they always say, chess is a great game as long as you're not a pawn. Private education has Kings! [Declaration of interest: these are my own views and are unrelated in my employment in any capacity. The information I have is only sourced from the public arena]

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The relative "decline" of the SGX Group in terms of IPOs and liquidity vis-a-vis other regional stock exchanges like Bursa Malaysia, Tokyo Stock Exchange (Japan Exchange Group) and those in Thailand, Indonesia and other countries has been much talked about, and has caused an existential angst about the continued viability of Singapore as a premier financial hub. I think we can look at this more contextually, and in a more nuanced manner. Singapore plays a different role compared to the other markers, whereby it's by far the region's top private capital hub (private equity, venture capital, family offices etc.) that has powered Singapore's startup scene to become the Silicon Valley of Asia. It has the most regional HQs of multinational corporations and investment firms, providing much investment and M&A opportunities. It is also a premier hub for high-tech R&D, innovation and manufacturing. All these within a tiny city state smaller than New York City or Hong Kong in both land size and population. And all these did not come about by accident, but from decades of fiscal prudence, business-friendly policies including taxation, political and policy stability, absolute intolerance toward corruption and mismanagement and extremely high government efficiency, among others Perhaps, what SGX can do is to explore deeper and wider cooperation with not just other stock exchanges, but also with other monetary and economic authorities, and corporations in other markets that can leverage on each other's strengths in a synergistic manner, and it has already been doing this, such as Singapore Depository Receipts (SDR) under the Thailand-Singapore DR Linkage which is the first exchange-level DR cooperation in ASEAN.

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In this episode of "Talks with Kalpana," host Kalpana Singhal and Mr. Ts. Saiful Bakhtiar O. Head of IT at PNB Commercial Sdn. Berhad discusses the transformative impact of #digitaltechnologies in the #realestate sector, focusing on #AI, #IoT, and #sustainability. Key insights include: Digital Transformation: Companies are increasingly leveraging technology to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience, with AI playing a pivotal role in data-driven decision-making. AI in Real Estate: AI helps predict market trends, optimize operations, and automate processes, allowing for more effective asset management and pricing strategies. Customer Engagement: Technologies like VR and AR are revolutionizing property viewing, while IoT devices in smart buildings improve tenant comfort and energy efficiency. Sustainability Initiatives: The push for green building technologies is reshaping strategies, with a focus on solar energy and resource-efficient materials. Future Challenges and Opportunities: Cybersecurity remains a challenge, but #digitalization offers vast opportunities for automating processes and managing larger property portfolios effectively. #TechPriorities : Over the next few years, PNB Commercial aims to enhance cybersecurity, further integrate AI solutions, and adopt sustainable practices in property development. Tune in for an in-depth look at how #technology is shaping the future of real estate. #cxotechsummit #cxotvnews #techinsights #digitaltransformation #operationalefficiency #customerexperience #datastrategy #automation #ar #vr #iot #greenbuildings #smartbuildings #solarenergy #cybersecurity

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💡Why should you use ASEAN Access? 👉Next to answer this question is our ASEAN Access Ambassador and Network Partner in Malaysia – Ms. Nuraizah Shamsul Baharin 🚀 Nuraizah Shamsul Baharin is the Managing Director of fintech start-up company MADCash, with over 20 years of working experience in cross-sectoral enterprises with specific focus on Mobile Application Technology, Data Science and IT Infrastructure. Nuraizah is actively dedicated herself for women empowerment. Her company provides financial support for micro women entrepreneurs with interest free loans and entrepreneurship development programmes creating stable jobs, social inclusivity, and a network of peers and mentors for women. In addition, Nuraizah is an highly skilled women entrepreneur in business and market strategy planning in Malaysia and an alma mater to University of Michigan, USA. 🎥 Take a look at her insight here: https://lnkd.in/gfZTxkRS And don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel - all our favourite videos in one place! . . . #aseanaccess #ASEAN #Malaysia #aseanaccessambassadors #networkingbusiness #Networks #collaboration #newmarkets #InternationalTrade #marketentry #entrepreneurship #womenentrepreneurs #msmesupport #MSME

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📢 [Sound of Fintech | BNPL ] 🚀 Swipey Secures Funding from 1337 Ventures to Expand Financial Services for SMEs. Swipey, a Malaysian fintech startup focused on empowering small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with financial management solutions, has secured funding from 1337 Ventures. While the funding amount remains undisclosed, this marks a significant milestone as Swipey gears up for its upcoming pre-Series A round. 🌟 Simplifying Financial Management for SMEs Swipey offers an innovative financial platform designed to streamline business operations. Key features include: ✅ Expense Management Dashboard: Centralized and transparent expense tracking. ✅ Visa Corporate Cards: Enhanced flexibility and convenience for business spending. ✅ Automated Accounts Payable: Minimizing errors and saving time on manual invoicing processes. With these solutions, Swipey claims SMEs can close their financial books 5x faster than with traditional methods. Trusted by Over 2,000 Businesses Swipey’s platform is already used by a growing client base of 2,000+ businesses, including notable brands such as Zus, Maxis, Baskin Robbins, and BFM, along with government agencies like MyDIGITAL. This adoption highlights the platform’s value in addressing the financial management needs of SMEs, a sector often underserved by advanced financial tools. Recognized Innovation and Strategic Collaborations Swipey recently earned recognition at MyFintech Week, hosted by Bank Negara Malaysia, for its innovative approach. The company also partners with organizations like Malaysia Debt Ventures Bhd, enhancing transparency in grant distribution and further supporting local SMEs. Bikesh Lakhmichand, CEO and founder of 1337 Ventures, shared: “Supporting innovative startups like Swipey is vital for the growth and sustainability of Malaysia’s startup ecosystem. Swipey addresses a pressing market need, and we’re excited to help them scale and make a significant impact in the fintech space.” A Vision for the Future Kalyana 'Mohan' Teagarajan, CEO and co-founder of Swipey, expressed gratitude for the support: “With 1337 Ventures’ backing, we’ve been able to enhance our platform and continue automating financial processes for Malaysian businesses. This funding has played a key role in helping companies manage their finances more efficiently, allowing them to focus on growth.” With this new funding, Swipey is poised to further develop its offerings and scale its business in preparation for the next funding round. 👉 read https://lnkd.in/ezhyHjKM 👉 news 👉 https://pausepay.it/news/   👉 Join PausePay - il Buy Now Pay Later B2B italiano #payments #fintech #b2b #openbanking #Digitaltransformation #innovation #B2BPayments #bnpl #pausepay #Economia2025 #BNPLB2B #CrescitaGlobale  #Digitalizzazione #Sostenibilità 

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📢 [Sound of Fintech | BNPL ] 🚀 Swipey Secures Funding from 1337 Ventures to Expand Financial Services for SMEs. Swipey, a Malaysian fintech startup focused on empowering small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with financial management solutions, has secured funding from 1337 Ventures. While the funding amount remains undisclosed, this marks a significant milestone as Swipey gears up for its upcoming pre-Series A round. 🌟 Simplifying Financial Management for SMEs Swipey offers an innovative financial platform designed to streamline business operations. Key features include: ✅ Expense Management Dashboard: Centralized and transparent expense tracking. ✅ Visa Corporate Cards: Enhanced flexibility and convenience for business spending. ✅ Automated Accounts Payable: Minimizing errors and saving time on manual invoicing processes. With these solutions, Swipey claims SMEs can close their financial books 5x faster than with traditional methods. Trusted by Over 2,000 Businesses Swipey’s platform is already used by a growing client base of 2,000+ businesses, including notable brands such as Zus, Maxis, Baskin Robbins, and BFM, along with government agencies like MyDIGITAL. This adoption highlights the platform’s value in addressing the financial management needs of SMEs, a sector often underserved by advanced financial tools. Recognized Innovation and Strategic Collaborations Swipey recently earned recognition at MyFintech Week, hosted by Bank Negara Malaysia, for its innovative approach. The company also partners with organizations like Malaysia Debt Ventures Bhd, enhancing transparency in grant distribution and further supporting local SMEs. Bikesh Lakhmichand, CEO and founder of 1337 Ventures, shared: “Supporting innovative startups like Swipey is vital for the growth and sustainability of Malaysia’s startup ecosystem. Swipey addresses a pressing market need, and we’re excited to help them scale and make a significant impact in the fintech space.” A Vision for the Future Kalyana 'Mohan' Teagarajan, CEO and co-founder of Swipey, expressed gratitude for the support: “With 1337 Ventures’ backing, we’ve been able to enhance our platform and continue automating financial processes for Malaysian businesses. This funding has played a key role in helping companies manage their finances more efficiently, allowing them to focus on growth.” With this new funding, Swipey is poised to further develop its offerings and scale its business in preparation for the next funding round. 👉 read https://lnkd.in/ezhyHjKM 👉 news 👉 https://pausepay.it/news/   👉 Join PausePay - il Buy Now Pay Later B2B italiano #payments #fintech #b2b #openbanking #Digitaltransformation #innovation #B2BPayments #bnpl #pausepay #Economia2025 #BNPLB2B #CrescitaGlobale  #Digitalizzazione #Sostenibilità 

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📢 [Sound of Fintech | BNPL ] 🚀 Swipey Secures Funding from 1337 Ventures to Expand Financial Services for SMEs. Swipey, a Malaysian fintech startup focused on empowering small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with financial management solutions, has secured funding from 1337 Ventures. While the funding amount remains undisclosed, this marks a significant milestone as Swipey gears up for its upcoming pre-Series A round. 🌟 Simplifying Financial Management for SMEs Swipey offers an innovative financial platform designed to streamline business operations. Key features include: ✅ Expense Management Dashboard: Centralized and transparent expense tracking. ✅ Visa Corporate Cards: Enhanced flexibility and convenience for business spending. ✅ Automated Accounts Payable: Minimizing errors and saving time on manual invoicing processes. With these solutions, Swipey claims SMEs can close their financial books 5x faster than with traditional methods. Trusted by Over 2,000 Businesses Swipey’s platform is already used by a growing client base of 2,000+ businesses, including notable brands such as Zus, Maxis, Baskin Robbins, and BFM, along with government agencies like MyDIGITAL. This adoption highlights the platform’s value in addressing the financial management needs of SMEs, a sector often underserved by advanced financial tools. Recognized Innovation and Strategic Collaborations Swipey recently earned recognition at MyFintech Week, hosted by Bank Negara Malaysia, for its innovative approach. The company also partners with organizations like Malaysia Debt Ventures Bhd, enhancing transparency in grant distribution and further supporting local SMEs. Bikesh Lakhmichand, CEO and founder of 1337 Ventures, shared: “Supporting innovative startups like Swipey is vital for the growth and sustainability of Malaysia’s startup ecosystem. Swipey addresses a pressing market need, and we’re excited to help them scale and make a significant impact in the fintech space.” A Vision for the Future Kalyana 'Mohan' Teagarajan, CEO and co-founder of Swipey, expressed gratitude for the support: “With 1337 Ventures’ backing, we’ve been able to enhance our platform and continue automating financial processes for Malaysian businesses. This funding has played a key role in helping companies manage their finances more efficiently, allowing them to focus on growth.” With this new funding, Swipey is poised to further develop its offerings and scale its business in preparation for the next funding round. 👉 read https://lnkd.in/ezhyHjKM 👉 news 👉 https://pausepay.it/news/   👉 Join PausePay - il Buy Now Pay Later B2B italiano #payments #fintech #b2b #openbanking #Digitaltransformation #innovation #B2BPayments #bnpl #pausepay #Economia2025 #BNPLB2B #CrescitaGlobale  #Digitalizzazione #Sostenibilità 

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Malaysia has bold ambitions to become a leading innovation hub, and Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) will play a critical role in that journey. But how robust is Malaysia's CVC ecosystem? This new report – published by Capital Markets Malaysia (CMM) in collaboration with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and BCG X – explores the current landscape, benchmarking Malaysia’s performance against Southeast Asian leaders. Based on insights from a survey with Malaysian corporates and in-depth interviews with the country’s top CVC players, the report uncovers key trends, barriers, and opportunities. Download now to learn more: https://on.bcg.com/3Z55sXb #BCGinSouthEastAsia #Malaysia #CVC

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More than 100 Bytedance employees in its Singapore office fell sick in a recent mass food poisoning incident, with 2 caterers identified to be the source of the food poisoning bacteria. In such times of crisis, the PR and legal teams of the affected businesses would need to come together to work on the following: 🔥 Internal Investigations: Before any official statements are released, all persons responsible need to come together to assist in a thorough investigation to demonstrate transparency and accountability. 🔥 Internal Communications and Engagement: Effective and empathetic internal communication is much needed to keep the employees updated. Before public trust can be restored, the communication and credibility with internal employees need to be prioritised. This provides employees who were directly affected a channel to reach out to and know that their urgent medical needs are taken care of. Employees who are not affected will also be reassured that their basic needs remain an indispensable responsibility in the hands of their organisation and foster a sense of unity and trust. Immediate actions taken to support the employees should also be shared. Any necessary reviews of existing policies should be conducted and new measures that are used to prevent such incidents from recurring should also be announced internally. 🔥 External Communication: A timely, proactive, and transparent communication strategy should be utilised to provide updates. This is to ensure that the organisation’s public statements remain the source of truth and to inform the public and media on new discoveries and measures that are implemented. Clear and consistent messaging is also essential to manage public perception and minimise misinformation. This incident underscores the critical role of effective crisis management and communication in safeguarding a company’s reputation. Crises are very much undesirable, however, an organisation’s effective approach to handle one marks the difference between temporary setback and strong organisational resilience - a start to rebuilding trust. Co-written with Ting Fai Chung 鍾庭輝, PBM #crisispr #legal

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🌍 Exciting Insights into Land Banking by Rasyad H.! 🚀 Ever wondered how land banking can be a strategic investment for your portfolio? Tanah Sewa breaks down the concept of land banking and its potential benefits. Land banking involves acquiring undeveloped land with the expectation that it will increase in value over time. This method is particularly intriguing as it offers a unique blend of low-risk and high potential returns. The article explains how strategic land locations are identified and the role of market trends in driving land values. For investors looking to diversify their assets, understanding the nuances of land banking could be crucial. The piece also highlights how different stakeholders, from individual investors to large corporations, can leverage this strategy to secure long-term gains. 🔗 Dive deeper into the mechanics of land banking and explore whether this might be the investment opportunity you've been searching for #LandBanking #InvestmentOpportunity #RealEstateInvesting #StrategicInvestment #BusinessStrategy

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[Exclusive Interview] Inside AsiaFIN: Dato' Sean Seah Discusses Growth, Innovation, and Global Expansion 🌍 In this video, Dato' Sean Seah, Executive Director of AsiaFIN, outlines how the company is strengthening its market position through strategic acquisitions and innovations in fintech, RegTech, RPA, and ESG. With a focus on diversifying its portfolio and advancing technology, AsiaFIN is ready for sustained growth and global success, inviting interested parties to join us on this journey. For more info, visit www.asiafingroup.com. Watch on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gfVVJ9di #AsiaFIN #Fintech #RPA #RegTech #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #GlobalExpansion #InsiteMY #InvestmentOpportunities #DigitalTransformation #Leadership #Technology #Automation #CorporateStrategy

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Malaysian fintech DCAP Holdings Sdn Bhd (DCAP) bags fresh funds for an undisclosed amount from Gobi Partners. This investment was made through the Gobi Dana Impak Ventures (GDIV) fund backed by Khazanah Nasional Berhad, which intends to empower Malaysian businesses of all sizes and across different life cycles, including startups, small to mid-tier as well as large companies, to improve the livelihood of communities. Founded in 2020, DCAP addresses the financial challenges of underserved and unserved consumers. The company’s go-to-market Lending-as-a-Service (LaaS) model allows traditional financiers to embrace digital transformation to streamline processes, enhance customer reach, and offer more accessible, efficient services to serve the underbanked. Read more at https://buff.ly/4faCQBC #news #LatestNews #Malaysia #fintech #heaptalk #fundraising #DCAP #investment

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MITI is confident that it can achieve the primary targets set for the first year of the New Industrial Master Plan (#NIMP2030). Based on NIMP 2030, launched on Sept 1, 2023, the value-added contribution of the manufacturing sector to the gross domestic product (GDP) has increased by 4.7%, amounting to RM4.2 billion. Employment numbers have also risen by 0.9% or 200,000 workers, as of the second quarter of 2024 (2Q24), compared to 2Q23. Additionally, the median salary in the manufacturing sector increased by 8.2% or RM201, as of 1Q24, year-on-year. Almost all key performance indicators for 2024 have met their targets, so we are confident that we can achieve the targets set for the year. Under NIMP 2030, MITI aims to achieve a value-added contribution of RM587.5 billion from the manufacturing sector, create 3.3 million job opportunities, and raise the median salary to RM4,510 by 2030. #MITI #ThisIsWhereGlobalStarts #TZA https://lnkd.in/gYFfWAgs

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Great news! Now you can have the Auto Debit feature in Kredivo Group (FinAccel), powered by Ayoconnect! 🚀 This exciting collaboration brings you Kredivo's Auto Debit feature, making it easier for millions of Kredivo users to manage their payments. Ayoconnect and Kredivo, two fintech leaders, are teaming up to simplify financial experiences in Indonesia, including automated payments. With Auto Debit, the payment flows become more seamless and hassle-free! Want to know more about Auto Debit and our other Recurring Payment solutions? Visit us at www.ayoconnect.com 👈 #Ayoconnect #Kredivo #FinancialSolutions #Innovation #Fintech #OpenFinance #AutoDebit

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Thanks to Sektor Malaysia of having WorkingCap to participate it’s Solution Day in presenting SME working capital financing to its IT resellers community. Want to know more about our SME financing do DM me #workingcap #sektormalaysia

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The asset management industry in Malaysia is getting new blood with new leaders taking the CEO position. These are the leaders that will need to lead and change and innovate the industry as the industry is also going changes with new alternative products, digital disruptions and talent crunch within the industry. But collectively the aim is to bring the wealth management industry in Malaysia to greater heights and conquer new mountains. Congrats to all these new leaders and welcome to the battlefield :) #assetmanagement #unittrust #unittrustmalaysia #wealthmanagement

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