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25:26

Can We Execute Malaysia’s Digital Ambition?

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2025/10/14

Budget 2026 signals Malaysia’s boldest digital push yet, with initiatives ranging from a RM2 billion Sovereign AI Cloud and RM5.9 billion R&D, commercialisation and innovation (R&D&C&I) fund to new AI and cybersecurity training incentives for SMEs.But beyond the hype, can Malaysia really execute? Are our SMEs ready to go digital, and do people even understand what these AI initiatives mean for them?Alex Liew, Chairman of the National Tech Association of Malaysia (PIKOM), joins us to

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28:47

Does Budget 2026 Deliver for SMEs?

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2025/10/13

With Malaysia’s Budget 2026 freshly tabled, many SMEs and mid-tier companies are parsing through the fine print to understand what the government’s promises of reform and inclusion actually mean for them.We speak with Datuk William Ng, National President of the Small and Medium Enterprises Association (SAMENTA), to discuss what’s in Budget 2026 for SMEs — from financing access and compliance pressures to digital readiness and export potential. Does this “Rakyat’s Budget” truly deliver on its promise

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42:59

Unpacking Budget 2026 & What It Signals for Businesses

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2025/10/12

We unpack Malaysia’s 2026 National Budget and its implications for the business community with Farah Rosley, Malaysia Tax Managing Partner at Ernst & Young Tax Consultants.The continuity in the Budget 2026 reinforces fiscal consolidation and economic resilience, with a strong focus on strengthening existing tax frameworks, targeted incentives, and continued subsidy rationalisation. Key highlights include:A reduced fiscal deficit target of 3.5% of GDP, signaling continued fiscal

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31:30

Budget 2026: An Overall Macroeconomic Outlook

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2025/10/09

We sit down with Firdaos Rosli, Chief Economist at AmBank Group, to look ahead to Budget 2026 through the lens of Malaysia’s broader economy.As global uncertainties persist, inflationary pressures remain, and fiscal consolidation efforts continue, Malaysia faces the challenge of sustaining growth while navigating structural reforms and maintaining investor confidence. Yet within these headwinds lie opportunities, from targeted subsidies and smarter spending to policies that could strengthen

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45:11

Budget 2026: Expectations and Wishlist From the Tech...

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2025/10/08

We sit down with Dr Sivapalan Vivekarajah, Co-Founder & Senior Partner at ScaleUp Malaysia Accelerator, and Ng Sai Kit, Chairman of the Malaysian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (MVCA), to look ahead to Budget 2026 through the lens of Malaysia’s tech startup ecosystem.In a landscape where funding pipelines have tightened, valuations are being recalibrated, and global competition for talent intensifies, many founders are trying to sustain innovation while navigating an uncertain

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23:59

Budget 2026: Through the SME Lens

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2025/10/07

We sit down with Dr Chin Chee Seong, National President of the SME Association of Malaysia, to look ahead to Budget 2026 through the eyes of Malaysia’s small and medium businesses.With costs climbing, regulations multiplying, and technology evolving faster than most firms can keep up, many SME owners are trying to modernise while simply keeping the lights on. Yet beneath the strain lies opportunity, digital tools, automation, and policy reforms that could transform challenges into catalysts for

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32:10

Government-backed Guarantees for SMEs

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2025/10/06

Accessing financing remains one of the toughest challenges for Malaysian businesses, especially when collateral is an issue. That’s where Syarikat Jaminan Pembiayaan Perniagaan (SJPP) steps in, with government-backed guarantees designed to help SMEs and mid-tier companies tap into the funds they’re entitled to.Datuk Fazlur Rahman Zainuddin, Principal Officer of SJPP, explains what businesses can still access in 2025, how they can actually get it, and whether new schemes might be on the horizon in

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29:07

Building Cyber Resilience for the Post-Quantum Era

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2025/10/05

Malaysia has seen a surge in ransomware attacks in recent years, with high-profile cases like the KLIA ransom demand of USD10 million raising alarm about the country’s cyber resilience. As the nation’s digital economy grows, so too does its vulnerability. And experts warn that artificial intelligence is giving cybercriminals new tools, while the looming reality of quantum computing threatens to upend the very encryption that underpins global cybersecurity.At the recent Cyber Defence & Security

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29:23

Decoding Malaysia's New Social Exchange Guidelines

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2025/10/02

A safer way to donate to social impact projects?The Securities Commission of Malaysia has recently issued new guidelines for Social Exchange Platforms, creating a regulated avenue for channeling philanthropic capital to social impact projects. But what exactly are these platforms, and what do the new rules mean for non-profits and donors?Lawyers Ong Johnson and Lo Khai Yi from Halim Hong & Quek join us to break down this brand-new framework. They explain the stringent requirements for operators,

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27:23

ASEAN Fragmentation: Startup & Digital Economy Pain...

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2025/10/01

For years, the promise of the ASEAN startup ecosystem has been hindered by fragmented regulations, funding gaps, and disconnected networks. A new, ambitious initiative, the ASEAN Digital Center of Excellence (COE), aims to finally solve this by building a truly integrated regional platform.Neil Cheong, Co-founder of the venture studio GUIDE, joins us to share an inside look at this project. His firm is acting as an independent secretariat, gathering grassroots perspectives from across the region to

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26:12

Malaysia’s Freight Future

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2025/09/30

Malaysia’s freight and logistics sector is changing fast. Projected to grow from nearly USD 30 billion in 2025 to almost USD 38 billion by 2030, the shift from speed-focused express delivery to freight solutions is transforming how businesses trade. For industries like healthcare, electronics, and advanced manufacturing, precision, compliance, and cold-chain reliability are now business-critical.Trade lanes are also shifting. With renewed momentum around the EU–Malaysia Free Trade Agreement and

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19:12

US Tariffs: Which Asian Exporters Are Absorbing The...

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2025/09/29

As US tariffs rise, Asian exporters face a stark choice: absorb the costs and see margins shrink, or pass them on and risk losing market share. A new report from Nomura finds that, on average, Asian exporters are absorbing about one-fifth of these new costs, but the strategy varies dramatically across countries and industries.Sonal Varma, Chief Economist for India and Asia ex-Japan at Nomura, joins us to unpack this critical issue. She discusses who is absorbing the costs versus who is passing them

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DPI: The VC Metric That Matters More Than Unicorns

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2025/09/28

In the world of venture capital, one metric separates paper promises from real success: DPI, or Distributions to Paid-In Capital. It's the actual cash returned to investors, and in a landscape littered with inflated valuations, it matters more than ever.Kevin Brockland, Managing Partner at Indelible Ventures, joins us to demystify this crucial metric. He explains why a lack of DPI has created a liquidity crisis in Southeast Asia, the need for a strategic "reset" in the regional ecosystem, and his

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36:30

Malaysia’s Place in the Global AI Chip Shake-Up

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2025/09/25

China’s move to ban tech firms from buying certain Nvidia AI chips has reignited the semiconductor race, with rivals like Huawei pushing back into the spotlight through massive chip clusters and new roadmaps. The stakes are high: supply chains are shifting, the balance of power in AI computing is in flux, and Malaysia is positioning itself to move further up the semiconductor value chain.We speak with Andrew Chan, Executive Director of the Malaysia Semiconductor Industry Association. They discuss

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30:06

Tax Compliance Policy Lessons from Malaysia's Peers

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2025/09/24

When it comes to tax compliance, what works better: engagement or enforcement? With Malaysia's "shadow economy" estimated at 30% of GDP, the debate over using the carrot or the stick is more critical than ever for the nation's fiscal health.Tax expert Harvindar Singh joins us to dissect the state of tax compliance in Malaysia. He discusses the effectiveness of the self-assessment system, the role of technology like e-invoicing in raising the "detection risk," and the lessons we can learn from other

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29:58

Why Europe’s Still Betting on ASEAN’s Economy

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2025/09/23

ASEAN continues to be seen as a region of immense opportunity, but the 11th EU-ASEAN Business Sentiment Survey by the EU-ASEAN Business Council reveals a paradox. European companies are optimistic about revenues and expansion, yet at the same time frustrated by red tape, rising non-tariff barriers, and slow progress on integration.So where does Malaysia fit in — a country some describe as a sweet spot, not as saturated as Singapore and not as fast-rising as Vietnam, but potentially a gatekeeper for

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32:32

Is Apple Innovating, Refining, or Playing Luxury?

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2025/09/22

Apple has moved far beyond selling gadgets. Each launch now reinforces a bigger story — an ecosystem that locks in millions of users worldwide. With the global rollout of the new iPhone, updated Apple Watch, iPads and more, including their arrival in Malaysia, Alexander Wong and Amin Ashaari, co-founders of SoyaCincau, discuss whether Apple is doubling down on luxury, lifestyle and loyalty rather than breakthrough innovation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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36:05

How Much Government Debt is Too Much?

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2025/09/21

With Malaysia's government debt hitting a record high of over RM1.2 trillion, many of us see an abstract, impossibly large number. But what does this actually mean for our economy, our currency, and our collective future?Senior Economist Julia Goh from UOB joins us to provide a 101 on government debt. She breaks down why governments borrow, the key warning signs of when a country is borrowing too much, and provides a clear-eyed assessment of Malaysia's current fiscal position and its path forward.We

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27:28

What Democratising AI Actually Means

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2025/09/18

Everyone is talking about "democratising AI," but what does it actually take to move this powerful technology from the hands of a few tech giants into the core of everyday enterprise operations? While individual AI usage is high, businesses are still struggling to move beyond experiments to monetisation at scale.Prem Pavan, General Manager for Southeast Asia and Korea at Red Hat, joins us to discuss this critical challenge.We discuss:* What "democratising AI" really means for businesses on the

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27:50

Is Transition Investing the Next Wealth Frontier?

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2025/09/17

For years, sustainable finance meant investing in green companies. But a new, more pragmatic idea is gaining traction: transition investing, funding high-emitting industries to help them decarbonise. While 91% of Malaysian investors are interested, most don't fully understand it and are wary of the risks.Eugenia Koh, Global Head of Sustainable Finance at Standard Chartered, joins us to break down this emerging concept. She explains the difference between transition and traditional ESG investing, the

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