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38:31

Social Commerce: Huge Opportunity, But Don't Be...

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2024/04/07

Enterprise explores the role and power of foreign-owned e-marketplaces and social commerce platforms and why this needs to be studied and managed to protect local merchants and Malaysia's digital sovereignty. We explore this with Ganesh Kumar Bangah, the Chair of PIKOM’s e-Commerce Chapter, he’s also the Founder & Executive Chairman of Commerce.Asia, an all-in-one ecommerce ecosystem.Among other things, we get into the power that marketplaces and social commerce players hold in e-commerce, how

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48:25

11 Interventions to Elevate Venture Capital in...

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2024/04/04

Enterprise explores the Malaysia Venture Capital Roadmap (MVCR) 2024-2030 with Noor Amy Ismail, COO of MAVCAP.Launched by The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) and the Malaysia Venture Capital Management Berhad (MAVCAP), this 33-page roadmap hopes to elevate Malaysia’s perception in the eyes of the venture capital world and make Malaysia a preferred venture capital hub in Southeast Asia.The roadmap spotlights three strategic pillars: improving the ease of doing business,

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31:42

4 Ways GenAI Will Change Politics and Political...

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2024/04/01

Enterprise explores how GenAI will change politics with Bryan DeAngelis, Partner and Head of the Washington Office at stakeholder solutions firm Penta Group. Drawing from their recent article titled "AI: The Next Political Game Changer," we'll explore how artificial intelligence is poised to reshape political campaigns and society at large.From the power of AI in micro-targeting and personalised messaging to its implications for transparency and polarisation, we'll dissect the four key ways Penta

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40:27

4 Trends Driving Travellers in 2024?

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2024/03/31

Enterprise Explores 4 travel trends driving consumers in 2024 as highlighted by the AMEX Travel 2024 Global Travel Trends Report.The 4 trends that the report says are driving booking decisions are:For the Love of the Game: Sports fans are planning trips around athletic events, whether it involves a favorite sport, a beloved team, or an international multi-sport competition.Planning Big: Major, expedition-style adventures, like a trip to the Galapagos Islands or trekking with the gorillas, deliver

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38:10

What Makes an Entrepreneur?

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2024/03/28

Can anyone be an entrepreneur? What defines an entrepreneurial mindset? All this and more as Enterprise explores ‘The Psychology of Entrepreneurship’ with Professor Michael Frese, Professor of Management at Asia School of Business.With a particular focus on his paper titled ‘The Psychology of Entrepreneurship: Action and Process’, we will dive into the underlying psychological factors that drive entrepreneurial success and the practical implications for aspiring entrepreneurs. Other than that, we

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29:08

Take That Leap Now: Digitising Small Businesses

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2024/03/26

2024 - We are almost at the end of the first quarter of the year! Now is a suitable time to reevaluate how small and medium-sized businesses are “feeling” about the economy.Malaysian SMEs enter 2024 with a mix of optimism and caution. A recent report by Employment Hero found that an impressive 79% of SMEs are confident about their own growth prospects, despite concerns about rising costs and inflation. This sentiment reflects a sense of resilience after challenging years, with many businesses

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38:00

Malaysia - The Next Hotbed for Tech Startups?

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2024/03/25

Today, Enterprise explores the state of the tech startup ecosystem and how the funding and investment narrative within this space has evolved over the years with:Peter Murray, Country Manager at Amazon Web Services (AWS) Malaysia and Emerging MarketsKamarul Muhamed, Founder & Group CEO at Aerodyne Group, a Malaysian based tech startup that’s ranked as the world's #1 drone service providerAnd Khailee Ng, Managing Partner at 500 Global, a venture capital firm with $2.4 billion in assets under

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45:59

The Soonicorn Collective: Redefining Unicorns &...

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2024/03/24

On this episode, Enterprise Explores the newly-formed Soonicorn Collective and discuss whether building startup unicorns is an outdated notion with Dr Sivapalan Vivekarajah, Senior Partner & Co-Founder of ScaleUp Malaysia Accelerator, and Ramachandran Muniandy, CEO and Co-Founder at Asia Mobiliti. They are both Co-Chairs of the Soonicorn Collective.The Soonicorn Collective is a platform that is hoping to groom Malaysia's next unicorns and foster a strong startup ecosystem in the country via

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21:36

Digital Behaviours Shaping the Future of Businesses

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2024/03/21

In the present time where a digital-first lifestyle pervades every aspect of our lives from communication and entertainment to learning and running businesses, it is important to understand how the digital landscape is shaping our behaviours, preferences, and approaches to available opportunities.In Malaysia’s rapidly developing digital market, the Meltwater’s 2024 Global Digital Report offers an insightful view of the evolving digital world, revealing the dynamics of Internet penetration, social

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25:17

Can BIM Redefine Safety in Malaysian Construction?

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2024/03/19

In the face of robust growth projections for Malaysia's construction industry, there's a pressing need to harness technology to revolutionise safety management and boost operational efficiency on sites.Building Information Modelling (BIM) stands out as a pivotal tool, offering a digital representation of physical and functional characteristics of places, which significantly enhances planning, design, construction, and management of buildings and infrastructure.Meanwhile, integrating technological

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44:07

What Taiwan-based VC AppWorks is Looking For in...

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2024/03/18

“Founders gotta be a little silly”Enterprise Explores what Taiwan-based VC firm AppWorks is looking for in Malaysia and Southeast Asia’s startup ecosystem with Sophie Chiu, Principal leading the Southeast Asia Arm at AppWorks.We explore Sophie's role leading AppWorks' expansion efforts into Southeast Asia and the mandate given to her by HQ. We also reflect on her criteria for selecting portfolio companies, insights into the venture capital landscape in Southeast Asia, and how her background informs

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30:53

Can Ultra-Fast Fashion Go Green?

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2024/03/17

SHEIN's business model is deeply integrated into the fast-evolving landscape of ultra-fast fashion, leveraging a blend of technology, agile manufacturing, and keen market insights to cater to a global audience. However, as SHEIN continues to expand its footprint, questions about sustainability, moral and ethical practices, and the future direction of the company have come to the forefront of discussions among consumers, industry watchers, and potential investors alike.Today, Enterprise explores

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23:17

The Diversity Dilemma: Balancing Targets and Gender...

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2024/03/12

Back in 2011, the Government of Malaysia, in collaboration with Bursa Malaysia, took a significant step by mandating that all public listed companies (PLCs) strive for a minimum of 30% women representation on their corporate boards. Initially aimed at the top 100 PLCs, this policy was later extended to encompass a broader spectrum of companies, to create a more balanced and dynamic leadership landscape.As women ascend to leadership roles, their voices become influential drivers of change. The push

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25:39

Tackling the Disparity Between 5G Performance and...

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2024/03/11

At the back end of 2023, Ookla analysed the Speedtest data to gain insights into the current performance of networks that we use on a daily basis. In the analysis, they compared changes in 5G performance to the previous year (2022), identified the top 10 countries with the best performance networks, and discussed customer satisfaction in the usage of 5G.The countries that were involved in the analysis were based on the performance of their fixed networks and also included the connectivity gap across

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44:31

How Grab’s GX Bank and AEON Bank are Tackling Digital...

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2024/03/10

Enterprise Explores how Grab’s GX Bank and AEON Bank are tackling digital banking in Malaysia with their respective CEOs, Lai Pei Si of GX Bank, and Raja Teh Maimunah of AEON Bank.In this episode, we get into what is guiding the development and approaches taken with their respective digital banks, the intricacies of what it takes to build a bank from scratch and how it differs from traditional banking models, strategies they are taking to acquire and retain customers, and the products they have in

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32:45

Women in Entrepreneurship - The Opportunities

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2024/03/07

In the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship, empowering women entrepreneurs has emerged as a critical avenue for fostering economic growth, innovation, and social change.Across the globe, women entrepreneurs are breaking barriers, creating jobs, and contributing significantly to their economies, yet they continue to face challenges such as limited access to capital, gender biases in the business world, and a lack of support networks and mentorship opportunities.Today, as we commemorate

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36:59

Breaking Barriers and Building Futures

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2024/03/06

This year’s theme for International Women’s Day is “Inspire Inclusion”, which aims to encourage us to foster a more inclusive world for women by sharing compassion, valuing women’s inclusion, and promoting a sense of belonging and empowerment.Inspiring us on this episode of Enterprise Explores is Professor Jenny George, Dean of Melbourne Business School and Co-Dean of the University of Melbourne's Faculty of Business and Economics, where she shares some of the best practices businesses can take to

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29:00

Why Slush’D Has Come to KL as a Cyberpunk Themed...

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2024/03/05

Enterprise Explores the origins and mission of Slush’D and how it has made its way to Malaysia in the form of the KL Slush'D Anti-Conference with Stella Korpikuusi, Expansion Lead at Slush and Damon Grow, Co-Founder of KL Slush'D.Slush’D is a highly regarded annual startup event in Helsinki, Finland, that is organised by Slush, a not-for-profit organisation in Finland run by students and recent graduates, that brings together the most relevant people in the startup ecosystem from around the globe in

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42Geeks' Mission, Lessons from Building Multiple...

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2024/03/03

Enterprise Explores 42Geeks, the 3rd venture of PJ boy Chok Ooi, and the mission of his new business. We also explore his journey of building multiple Silicon Valley startups, and the lessons and mistakes he learnt along the way, including rookie mistakes from his first exit.Chok’s Silicon Valley journey took flight after being laid off by Goldman Sachs during the Global Financial Crisis when Sam Altman (yes that Sam Altman) hired him at Loopt back in 2008. Today he is building 42Geeks, an

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21:29

2024 ASEAN Board Trends: Refocus on Board Effectiveness

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2024/02/29

The Institute of Corporate Directors Malaysia (ICDM) recently concluded a comprehensive survey across Southeast Asia in collaboration with its eight partners under the ASEAN national institute of directors (IOD) Network.The findings highlight key priorities, challenges, and forward-looking strategies for boards to sharpen their foresight as they navigate economic uncertainties, talent management, and sustainable practices. With a focus on growth, resilience, and effective governance, ASEAN boards

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