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44:10

Flexible Learning Fuels Tech-Ready Talents

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2024/10/29

As high-tech industries like semiconductors and digital technologies grow, the demand for skilled talent is rising. Traditional education often falls short, leaving many working adults struggling to keep up. Wawasan Open University (WOU) is changing that with flexible open distance learning, allowing professionals to upskill while continuing their careers.Today, Vice Chancellor and CEO of Wawasan Open University, Professor Lily Chan, shares how the university is bridging the skills gap and

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27:57

Digital Defense For Malaysian SMEs

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2024/10/28

As foreign e-commerce platforms grow across Southeast Asia, there is rising debate about how to protect local SMEs from being outpaced. In this episode, we explore potential policies that could shape Malaysia's digital economy, weighing the benefits and risks for local businesses, innovation, and foreign investment. Dr Carmelo Ferlito, CEO of the Center for Market Education, joins us to discuss strategies to support MSMEs while fostering a digital-first economy.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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43:44

ASEAN As A United Startup Hub: Foolish or Ambitious?

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2024/10/27

Does Malaysia’s true regional value lie in being ASEAN’s startup sandbox? Could an integrated ASEAN startup ecosystem unlock the region’s full potential, or is this too ambitious for such a fragmented landscape? As Malaysia looks ahead to its ASEAN chairmanship in 2025, Enterprise Explores dives into the value, opportunities, and challenges of building a more connected regional startup community with Norman Matthieu Vanhaecke, Group CEO of Cradle Fund, and Renuka Sena, CEO of Proficeo. We also

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47:28

Budget 2025: Future Of Artificial Intelligence

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2024/10/24

In our continuing coverage of Budget 2025, today, we’re diving into Malaysia’s 2025 Budget and its focus on artificial intelligence (AI). Joining us today to break this down are Warren Leow and Khalil Nooh from the National AI Consortium (KAIN). Warren is CEO of AI-driven creative tools provider Pixlr and Khalil is Co-Founder & CEO of Mesolitica -a startup that is developing a Malaysian LLM. We’ll explore the hits and misses from Budget 2025, the critical steps Malaysia needs to take in AI

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45:05

Budget 2025: Hits and Misses for the Startup Scene

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2024/10/23

Should Penjana Kapital and MAVCAP have been merged into Khazanah? In this episode of Enterprise Explores, we dive into that and other key reactions to Budget 2025 and its impact on the startup ecosystem.Last Friday, the government unveiled a record RM421 billion budget, with significant allocations for startups and tech innovation, including:- RM1 billion for the National Fund-of-Funds (NFOF) under Khazanah, with RM300 million earmarked for venture capital fund managers in 2025.- RM1 billion for the

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Budget 2025’s New Consumption Taxes & Why GST...

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2024/10/22

What’s new in consumption taxes in Budget 2025, and why is GST considered more efficient than SST? In this episode of Enterprise Explores, we unpack the key consumption tax measures from Malaysia’s 2025 Budget and their potential impact on businesses.From the expansion of Sales and Service Tax (SST) to premium foods, to new excise duties on sugary drinks, we break down what businesses need to know and prepare for.Joining us is Geeta Balakrishnan, Tax Director at PwC Malaysia, to discuss the broader

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16:55

Navigating the Future of Digital Transformation

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2024/10/21

On this Enterprise Exclusive, we speak with Mike Walsh, CEO of Tomorrow, who will also be a keynote speaker at the MDX Summit 2024, organised by MDEC. We explore the future of digital transformation, focusing on how disruptive technologies such as AI, quantum computing, and the metaverse are reshaping business ecosystems. Mike will share insights on how leaders can harness these technologies to innovate, build scalable digital economies, and navigate the age of superintelligence.See

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51:08

Budget 2025: Not Enough For Malaysia’s Digitalisation...

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2024/10/21

In this episode of Enterprise Explores, we dive into Malaysia’s Budget 2025 and its implications for businesses with a focus on digital transformation and economic growth. Joining me are Ong Chin Seong, Chairman of PIKOM, and Aaron Sarma, General Partner of ScaleUp Malaysia, to unpack key incentives aimed at fostering innovation and supporting SMEs.Budget 2025 outlines a clear commitment to building Malaysia’s digital economy, with initiatives including:RM3.8 billion in loans from Bank Negara

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45:43

Unpacking Budget 2025: Fiscal Strategies and Business...

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2024/10/20

In this episode of Enterprise Explores, we unpack Malaysia’s 2025 National Budget and its implications for the business community with Farah Rosley, Malaysia Tax Managing Partner at Ernst & Young Tax Consultants.The budget introduces a range of measures aimed at strengthening fiscal consolidation, accelerating industrial transformation, and supporting high-tech sectors, with a strong emphasis on digitalisation, sustainability, and broadening the tax base. Key highlights include:- A new 2% tax on

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33:23

Budget 2025: What Malaysia’s SMEs and Mid-Tiers...

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2024/10/17

As Malaysia tables the Budget 2025 today, we turn our focus to Malaysia’s Mid-tier companies (MTCs) and SMEs, the backbone of the nation’s economy. These businesses drive innovation, create jobs, and enhance Malaysia's global competitiveness, yet they continue to face significant challenges, from limited access to financing to the need for digital transformation and skilled talent.We speak with Callum Chen, Honorary President of the Malaysian Consortium of Mid-Tier Companies, as we reflect on the

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Budget 2025: Should GLCs Be Required To Buy Local...

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2024/10/16

What does the tech and startup ecosystem need? How can we and should we encourage the government, GLCs, and PLCs to buy tech products and services from local players? What about acquisitions? Should GLCs be mandated to acquire high-quality startups?As the Budget 2025 tabling approaches, we explore all this and key wishlist items from the tech and startup ecosystem, including the potential impact of government procurement, with Dr. Sivapalan Vivekarajah, Co-Chair of the Soonicorn Collective, and

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Malaysia’s Fiscal Moves, Ringgit Appreciation, And...

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2024/10/15

Will the Ringgit continue to strengthen against the US Dollar? Could we see the GST comeback? How could fuel subsidy rationalisation factors into Budget 2025?In this episode of Enterprise Explores, we speak with Caroline Wong, Country Risk Analyst at BMI (part of Fitch Solutions), to discuss the key aspects of Malaysia's fiscal strategy as we head into Budget 2025.We dive into the government's fiscal consolidation plans, the outlook for the Ringgit, and what to expect from Bank Negara Malaysia in

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30:49

Budget 2025: Fueling Social Enterprises’ Growth?

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2024/10/14

As Malaysia’s economy gains momentum with stronger foreign investments, a rising Ringgit, and improved innovation ranking, the nation is on track to potentially achieve high-income status by 2028. Central to this growth is the government's commitment to inclusive progress, highlighted by the Public-Private Partnership Master Plan 2030 (PIKAS 2030) and the RM100 million allocation in Budget 2024 for NGOs and civil society organisations.In this episode, we explore the vital role of social enterprises

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Talent Powerhouses: What Sets Top Economies Apart

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2024/10/13

In today’s competitive global economy, talent is key. In this episode, we dive into the IMD World Talent Ranking 2024 with Professor Arturo Bris, Director of the World Competitiveness Center at the Institute for Management Development (IMD). Discover how top economies like Switzerland (ranked 1st), Singapore (2nd), and Nordic countries like Denmark (3rd), Norway (4th) and Sweden (6th) are excelling in talent development. We also discuss Malaysia's position at 33rd, the impact of AI, and the

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RM20 Billion for SMEs: How SJPP Helps Businesses...

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2024/10/10

Is your business missing out on crucial financing due to a lack of collateral? In this episode of Enterprise Explores, we dive into how Syarikat Jaminan Pembiayaan Perniagaan (SJPP) is helping Malaysian SMEs access growth capital through government-backed guarantee schemes.We’re joined by Datuk Fazlur Rahman Zainuddin, Principal Officer of SJPP, to explore how these schemes work, the RM20 billion allocated under Budget 2024, and how businesses across sectors—including green tech, halal, and

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32:33

Beyond Cost Savings: Why Nord-Lock Ditched Singapore...

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2024/10/09

“If you asked me what could be improved, I’d say maybe an agency that doesn’t only focus on the big players like Google and Microsoft, but also one that helps small and medium companies like us settle in.”In this episode of Enterprise Explores, we take a closer look at the company’s decision to move its Southeast Asia regional office to Malaysia, why it’s not just a cost savings exercise, and what this says about the country’s growing reputation as a regional hub for Foreign Direct Investment

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28:37

Golden Seniors Connect

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2024/10/08

As Malaysia continues to make strides in digital transformation, there remains a significant gap in digital inclusion, particularly among older generations. Many seniors still face challenges in navigating technology, which has become an essential tool in our daily lives. Recognising this need, a group of forward-thinking final-year advertising students from Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management & Technology (TAR UMT) have launched a senior influencer project called “Golden Seniors

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48:29

Navigating Global Shifts: How Malaysia Can Thrive...

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2024/10/07

Global shifts, automation, climate change, and US-China tensions are reshaping businesses around the world. The joint Angsana Council, Bain & Company, and DBS Bank SEA Outlook 2024-2034 report reveals how Malaysia and Southeast Asia can capitalise on emerging growth sectors, adapt to geopolitical changes, and embrace new technologies for future success.In today’s conversation with Charles Ormiston, Advisory Partner at Bain & Company and Chair of Angsana Council; and Karen Harris, the

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European Optimism for ASEAN Soars, But Major Concerns...

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2024/10/06

European companies are increasingly eyeing ASEAN as their next major growth market. In this episode of Enterprise Explores, we dive into EU-ASEAN trade dynamics — what’s fueling optimism but also what could hold things back.With insights from the 10th annual EU-ASEAN Business Sentiment Survey, we speak with Chris Humphrey, Executive Director of the EU-ASEAN Business Council, to unpack why European firms are bullish on ASEAN’s economic potential, the barriers to further investment, and the strategic

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47:38

Why Ignoring Emissions Reporting Could Cost Your...

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2024/10/03

Feeling confused or overwhelmed by the rising demands of emissions reporting and sustainability standards? In this episode of Enterprise Explores, we simplify the complexities of emissions reporting — focusing on Scope 1, 2, and 3 — with insights from Phang Oy Cheng, Head of ESG and Sustainability Advisory at KPMG Malaysia.Oy Cheng breaks down the layers of emissions reporting and explains why companies need to pay attention, even if you are not a listed company or directly impacted by regulations

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