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25:12

The Pretty and Ugly of The Beauty Industry

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2023/04/09

Do you know how big the Malaysian cosmetic industry is? Its total revenue was US$2.68 billion in 2022, according to Statista.And the demand is also increasing because of the influence of advertising and social media influencers. But how are small businesses competing in this space? Where do they fit with players such as Maybelline, Estee Lauder, and Silkygirl in the industry? And how well do you know what manufacturer behind the makeup you use? We speak to Kelvin Kean, the founder of Lip & Co

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28:24

How Can We Use Tech to Build Better, More Accessible...

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2023/04/06

With the rapid growth of technology and how curious humans are to integrate it with every little thing we come in contact with, we have witnessed some amazing inventions and powerful technology so far. And that's including the robot that brings food to your table at the mamak shops. More importantly, tech has been integrated into key areas such as financial services, education, and healthcare, making them more accessible. In conjunction with World Health Day we’re going to focus on one of those

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34:36

Malaysia's Cyber Battle: Hackers, Defences, and...

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2023/04/05

We delve into the recent hacking of the Malaysian Immigration Department's website and discuss the broader context of cybersecurity in Malaysia.We also explore the nation's previous data breaches, the government's ongoing efforts to improve digital security, and share expert insights from former white hat hacker CF Fong.Learn about the importance of cyber hygiene and how to protect yourself in the ever-evolving digital landscape.Today we’ll be joined on the show by CF Fong, CEO of LGMS, One of

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30:35

Why SMEs Need to Expand into China

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2023/04/04

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim visited China last week with 19 MOUs signed to boost investments in green tech, digital economy and modern agriculture. Our Prime Minister also mentioned that several Chinese leading companies will make Malaysia their regional hub. But what about SMEs in Malaysia who are thinking to expand their business to China? If you’ve been thinking about this, we are breaking down the do’s and don’ts of starting a business in China. Sonny Khoong, Founding Partner,

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26:49

Now There’s Wellbeing Washing?

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2023/04/03

We all know of greenwashing, whitewashing. But there’s this new term called Wellbeing Washing.The Britain's Healthiest Workplace survey by a health insurer Vitality has highlighted that more people are getting anxiety and mental illness, leading to unproductive working.And while some employers have started to show interest in employee wellbeing, it seems that some employers just pretend to care.That’s known as wellbeing washing. And how many companies are doing this? More than half of employers,

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24:48

How Do You Kickstart Your Sustainability Journey

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2023/04/02

Today, we’re discussing how you can get started on the sustainability journey for your organisation. And we start this conversation with Malaysia’s postal delivery service, Pos Malaysia Bhd, and we’ll be speaking to its Group CEO Charles Brewer to understand their sustainability trajectory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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35:28

AI Crossroads: Navigating the Future of Artificial...

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2023/03/30

Hundreds of AI experts, tech entrepreneurs, and scientists have signed an open letter calling for a pause on the development of AI systems more powerful than OpenAI's GPT-4. The letter, written by the Future of Life Institute, urges a six-month pause on AI advancements to study potential risks, including job automation and misinformation.Signatories include AI experts, entrepreneurs, and scientists, including Elon Musk. The letter expresses concern over the rapid, profit-driven race between

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29:54

A Polycrisis On Our Hands

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2023/03/29

We’re talking about trends today shaping Malaysia and the world. New world order or more new world disorder? Photo Credits: Freepik | rawpixel.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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32:08

VCs & Startups - Still A Boys’ Club?

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2023/03/28

According to a Harvard Business Review Article, In 2021, only 3% of VC investments went to female-only founding startups. Less than 15% of checkwriters for VC investments are women. Female founders are underrepresented in the VC playground. For female founders who are looking for funding from VCs, what can be their recourse? We speak to Andre Sequerah and Shan Li, Manager Partners from ScaleUp Malaysia to discuss the gender equality gap among VC investors and female founders. See

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36:41

What Malaysia’s High Flying Drone Tech Means For You

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2023/03/27

Malaysia’s drone industry ranked 21st in the global Drone Readiness Index, up from the 30th spot earlier this year and ranking higher than the rest of the region. And two local drone service providers, Aerodyne and Meraque, have been ranked among the top 20 globally.But what do these achievements mean to us Malaysians and our country’s development? Does it mean more economic growth? Will it change the way we work and live?We explored this today with Dzuleira Abu Bakar, CEO of MRANTI - the Malaysian

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30:51

Is Menu Rahmah Harmful to the Economy?

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2023/03/26

The Menu Rahmah initiative was launched by the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) around 2 months ago to help provide affordable meals during a time of increasing cost of living, but has the initiative been harmful to smaller F&B businesses and disrupted the livelihoods of small traders?That’s what we explore today on Enterprise BizBytes. First with F&B operator Nazri Adam from Sausage Sizzle to give us the perspective of a proprietor in the business, and then with economist

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34:30

Why do you need to get on ChatGPT today?

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2023/03/23

On March 14 2023, ChatGPT-4 was released. On March 21 2023, Google released its own AI chatbot called ‘Bard’. And there are numerous of them online. More and more people are dipping their feet in the AI chatbot realm. According to Time.com, just hours after the release of ChatGPT-4, several users said they created computer games in less than a minute by simply asking the chatbot to generate code, resulting in near-perfect renditions of Tetris, Connect Four, Snake, and Pong.It’s all been rather good

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34:23

Redefining the Workplace: Gig Workers or Full-Time...

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2023/03/22

According to the Times of India, there is a possibility that gig work could overtake full-time employment. But due to the lack of job security and employment protections, many countries are calling for regulatory reform to ensure fair treatment. So how can companies adjust to this still growing economy? And is hiring gig workers better than full timers in the long run? We discuss this with Tyler Chin, Employee Experience Consultant at Teems and Canna Tan, Senior HR Manager. Photo Credits: Freepik |

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32:31

Tech Tides: Innovations for a Water-Secure Future

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2023/03/21

Did you know that nearly 30% of the global population, or around 2.2 billion people, still lack access to safe drinking water? And about 4.2 billion people don't have access to proper sanitation services? These startling statistics underscore the urgency of tackling water-related challenges.Today we look at world water day with our guests, Faizal Akmal, Founder, CEO & CTO of Rivil, & Paul Rogers, CEO of the Watertree ProjectPhoto Credits: FreepikSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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Pricing Strategies You Should Know

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2023/03/20

Apparently, when it comes to finding the sweet spot for your product or service price, looking at costs and competitors pricing is not enough. Customers are getting smarter about pricing tactics and psychology. So how should you price your products or services to keep customers happy? Do consumers still fall for the nine-ending pricing strategy? We speak to Dr Siti Munerah, Lecturer for Principles of Marketing at Sunway University to discuss.Photo Credits: FreepikSee omnystudio.com/listener for

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35:45

How Will SVB Fallout Impact Southeast Asian Startups...

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2023/03/19

Today on BizBytes we explore the potential impact that SVB’s collapse could have on the Southeast Asian startup ecosystem with Kevin Brockland, Founder and Managing Partner of Indelible Ventures - a VC that targets seed stage, tech-enabled B2B startups in the region.It’s been just over a week since US federal regulators stepped in to take over Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) - but the effects are still surfacing. SVB’s fall has caused an overall unease in the startup ecosystem, but has had other domino

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28:46

Johor Floods Expose Malaysia's Food Insecurity Crisis

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2023/03/16

Consumers should expect an increase in the prices of fruits and vegetables in the coming weeks due to floods in Johor. These floods have left many farms submerged, affecting at least 30% of vegetable supply in the market.But that’s just the start. Have the recent floods in Johor exposed a food insecurity crisis here in Malaysia?We hear from Dr Sarena Che Omar, Deputy Director of Research at the Khazanah Research Institute.Photo Credits: Freepik | aleksandarlittlewolfSee omnystudio.com/listener for

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36:21

Digital Insurance: Cheaper, Better, and Faster?

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2023/03/15

Digitalisation has been a key tenet for businesses and industries over the last few years, especially so for financial services, especially with the rise of fintech. We’ve seen Digital Investment Managers - roboadvisors - introduced in 2018 and last year we saw the issuance of 5 digital bank licenses. Up next, the insurance industry. In November, Bank Negara finally published the long-awaited exposure draft on Digital Insurer and Takaful Operators (DITOs) and in 2023 we could see up to five licenses

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34:39

The Smartest People Aren’t Paid The Most

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2023/03/14

A recent Swedish study found that the smartest people are not paid the most. If it’s not intelligence that drives occupational success, what does? And what does being ‘smart’ mean in a company anyway?We discuss this with Mallory Loone, Founder of Work Inspires.Photo Credits: Freepik | Drazen ZigicSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Why Amazon and Tesla Investing in Malaysia Matters

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2023/03/13

We've seen a few notable stories of foreign players investing in or entering Malaysia, whether it's Amazon, Tesla, Shopee, or payments unicorn Xendit, and while we often hear about the need to attract foreign companies and FDI - Foreign Direct Investment - in the name of the country’s development, why is it so important?Enterprise BizBytes discusses this with former Deputy Minister of International Trade and Industry Ong Kian Ming exploring the importance of bringing in foreign players like these

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