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48:06

Crypto in Malaysia: Banking Challenges, Tax Clarity,...

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2024/08/19

As Malaysia’s regulated crypto sector continues to grow, it faces significant hurdles that could impact its long-term trajectory. From the banking sector’s reluctance to onboard regulated digital asset exchanges to the pressing need for tax clarity, these challenges are critical for the industry's future.In this episode of Enterprise Explores, we speak with Aaron Tang, President of the Malaysian Digital Asset Platform Association (MDAPA) (who is also APAC GM for Luno) and Lucas Ooi, Co-Founder &

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37:36

Sustainability Simplified: How Bursa’s CSI Services...

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2024/08/19

In Malaysia, sustainability reporting has been mandatory for all PLCs since 2016, and now Bursa Malaysia is raising the bar with enhanced reporting requirements. These new standards are designed to align local practices with international best practices, pushing companies to improve their sustainability efforts and disclosures.To support both listed and non-listed businesses on their ESG journeys, Bursa Malaysia has launched the Centralised Sustainability Intelligence (CSI) Solution. This innovative

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43:35

FDI Hype vs Reality: Navigating the Complexities...

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2024/08/18

In recent years, Malaysia has seen a surge of excitement with major foreign direct investment (FDI) announcements from global giants like Amazon, Google, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Bytedance. These investments promise to boost the economy, create jobs, and drive innovation. But how much of this excitement translates into real, sustained economic impact?In this episode of Enterprise Explores, we dive into the intricacies of FDI and Domestic Direct Investment (DDI), examining the challenges and

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33:40

From An Applicant to An Ace: Make Employers Swipe...

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2024/08/15

We discuss the critical issue of youth employment in Malaysia, as we explore how young talents can stand out in a fiercely competitive job market. With global youth unemployment at its lowest level in 15 years, Malaysia still faces a significant challenge, with the youth unemployment rate hovering around 12.5%.We speak with Camelia Loh, Founder & CEO of Kabel, a job-matching platform connecting employers with interns and fresh graduates, about the strategies for young job seekers to

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46:35

DITO Framework: Paving the Way for Next-Gen...

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2024/08/14

What could digital-first insurance look like for consumers? This is something Enterprise Explores as we dive into a potential transformative development in Malaysia’s insurance and takaful landscape—the Digital Insurers and Takaful Operators (DITO) Framework.Unveiled by Bank Negara Malaysia in July, this framework is set to pave the way for digital-first insurance and takaful operators, providing a unique pathway for new entrants to demonstrate their viability over a foundational phase lasting

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38:45

The Global Semiconductor Ecosystem: Malaysia’s Role,...

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2024/08/13

Enterprise Explores the semiconductor industry to understand Malaysia’s pivotal role in the global ecosystem and value chain. With Malaysia supporting approximately 13% of global backend semiconductor operations and standing as the fifth-largest integrated circuit exporter globally, the country plays a crucial role in this high-stakes industry.We explore insights from the Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs' (IDEAS) report, "Semiconductors: Navigating Supply Chain Resilience and Trade,"

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23:55

Scams & Frauds: Staying Ahead of the Curve

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2024/08/12

Enterprise Explores the findings of CelcomDigi's ‘National Scam Awareness Survey 2024’ with Philip Ling, Head of Sustainability at CelcomDigi. As Malaysia becomes increasingly digitised, with over 90% of respondents regularly visiting community internet centres, the survey sheds light on the growing threat of scams and fraud.We’ll explore key insights from the survey, which polled over 10,000 respondents from low-income communities, focusing on their experiences with scams, knowledge of scam

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38:28

AI to Z: Turbocharging Malaysia’s Tech Startups

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2024/08/08

We explore the world of AI and its transformative potential for tech startups in Malaysia with Sharma Lachu, the Founder & CEO at Accendo Technologies and Pang Sern Yong, the Founder at AIHQ. As Google for Startups recently launched a new programme in partnership with the AI Academy, aimed at accelerating the growth of AI startups across the Asia-Pacific region, we explore what this means for local innovators. We discuss how AI academies can play a crucial role in nurturing Malaysia's startup

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38:28

AI to Z: Turbocharging Malaysia’s Tech Startups

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2024/08/08

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47:38

Wake Up, Directors! Board Seats Aren't Just Cushy...

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2024/08/07

Board directorship is a serious commitment, not a leisurely retirement gig. This is the key sentiment Enterprise Explores with Michele Kythe Lim, President & CEO of the Institute of Corporate Directors Malaysia (ICDM), and Tunku Alizakri, Former Chairman of Penjana Kapital and current board member of Petronas Dagangan and Bumi Armada.Board directorship is often seen as a cushy retirement reward, a final, comfortable stop for seasoned executives (or even friends and family). However, in today’s

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35:39

Revamp Your Gear: Innovate or Stagnate?

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2024/08/06

Technology lifecycle management is a critical enabler of business success. However, the proliferation of technology consumption models, coupled with an increasingly complicated and fragmented supplier ecosystem, make it difficult for many organisations to adequately maintain their technology infrastructure in a way that fosters business agility and innovation.Global IT infrastructure and services company NTT DATA’s inaugural Lifecycle Management Report has found that globally 80% of organisations

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38:37

Trust, Inclusion, and UX: The Keys to Malaysia’s...

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2024/08/05

What do DuitNow, MyDigital ID, PADU, and e-invoicing have in common? They’re all part of Malaysia’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). In today’s digital landscape, designing a comprehensive DPI platform is essential for a nation’s successful digital transformation.Ernst & Young Consulting (EY) released their Digital Public Infrastructure report in June, highlighting how DPI facilitates data exchanges, creates digital identities, and enables seamless financial transactions.Joining us to delve

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Malaysia's New Rules for Social Media and Messaging...

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2024/08/04

What does Malaysia's new regulatory requirements for internet messaging and social media services entail? How could they impact businesses and users alike? Enterprise Explores dives into these questions and more.Starting August 1st, all social media and internet messaging services with at least eight million registered users in Malaysia must apply for a Class A Application Service License under the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998. This new framework, set to be fully enforced by January 1st,

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43:09

E-Invoice Grace Period? 4 Flexibilities to Ease the...

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2024/08/01

How much flexibility is LHDN providing for the first 6-Months? Does this mean I can delay my implementation? (No, it does not). What is a consolidated e-invoice? Enterprise Explores all this and more.In the lead-up to Day 1, LHDN announced a six-month period of flexibility, allowing businesses to use consolidated e-invoices instead of individual transactional e-invoices. This period, which some have referred to as a grace period, is not a deferment of implementation but rather an adjustment phase to

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38:44

Navigating New Requirements: Enhanced Sustainability...

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2024/07/31

Sustainability reporting is a vital aspect of corporate transparency, driven by stakeholder demands for greater accountability in ESG practices. In Malaysia, Bursa Malaysia has mandated enhanced sustainability reporting for listed companies starting from the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023, with full implementation by 2025.PwC's “Gaps in Sustainability Reporting” report highlights current challenges and areas for improvement in Malaysia. We speak with Farhana Jabir, Director of Sustainability

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Navigating New Requirements: Enhanced Sustainability...

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2024/07/31

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30:38

Social Media and Licensing: What Do We Know?

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2024/07/30

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is introducing a new regulation to maintain a secure digital environment. Effective 1 August 2024, social media and messaging platforms with over 8 million users must be licensed in Malaysia. This move aims to enhance regulatory oversight, ensure compliance with local laws, and protect user data, and potentially raises concerns about possible bans on non-compliant platforms and the broader implications for businesses, influencers, and

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23:53

Inside Out: Transparency in Non-Profits and Business

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2024/07/25

In an era where transparency and accountability are preeminent, the Transparency Score of Malaysia’s Foundation' by Wiki Impact highlights significant disparities in the communication practices of over 1,700 registered foundations. With only a small fraction achieving high transparency scores, this report underscores the need for non-profits to adopt open communication to build trust and credibility.Transparency ensures the ethical use of funds, fosters trust, and promotes accountability, leading to

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33:58

Passing the Torch: Mastering Leadership Transition

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2024/07/24

In the political, business and working world today, the ability to navigate leadership transitions effectively is crucial for organisational stability and growth. Succession planning is not just about filling positions but ensuring the right leaders are in place to guide the company, or a nation, towards its future goals. As we witness significant global leadership changes, the importance of strategic succession planning has never been more evident.Today, we are joined by Segar Jeyatsingh, CEO of

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42:43

Battling and Preventing Ransomware: Key Steps to...

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2024/07/23

Ransomware, to pay or not to pay? In light of the recent major ransomware attack in Indonesia and the ongoing efforts to recover encrypted data, today we turn our focus to the crucial topic of organisational cybersecurity and responding to ransomware attacks with Datuk Alan See, the CEO and Co-Founder of cybersecurity firm FIRMUS.We briefly start the conversation by touching on the recent CrowdStrike outages and their implications for organisational cyber resilience. Following that, Alan sheds light

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