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CUKTECH Launches 6-in-1 Charging Station In Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- CUKTECH, a global leader in intelligent power solutions, has announced the official Malaysian launch of its flagship CUKTECH 15 Charging Station, featuring smart capabilities and high-efficiency performance.

Ryt Bank Tops 1.2 Mln Users In Just Over Seven Months

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- Ryt Bank said it has surpassed 1.2 million users in just over seven months since its launch in August 2025, reflecting the trust Malaysians place in the platform and positioning it as one of the fastest-growing digital banks in the country.

Energy Security A Strategic National Priority, No Longer Optional -- Fadillah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- Energy security is no longer optional, but it has become a strategic national priority due to recent escalations and the disruptions at the Strait of Hormuz that have sent shockwaves through the global energy market, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

MBSB IB Sees Brent, CPO Holding Above Support

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- MBSB Investment Bank Bhd expects benchmark Brent crude oil and crude palm oil (CPO) prices to remain above support levels and potentially re-test resistance at US$114 per barrel and RM4,890 per tonne, respectively, in the near term.

MIGHT Report Highlights Nuclear Power As Key To Malaysia’s Energy Security

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- Nuclear energy is emerging as a potential source of stable, low-carbon power, complementing renewables and strengthening energy security, as more than 70 per cent of electricity is still generated from fossil fuels and a coal phase-out is targeted for 2044.

Taiwan Smart Solutions Connect 2026 Set For May 12 In Kuala Lumpur

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Taiwan Smart Solutions Connect 2026, organised by the Taiwan International Trade Administration (TITA) and the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) in collaboration with the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturing (FMM), will take place on May 12, 2026.

ISF Group Unit Yeo Plumber Bags RM22.48 Mln Residential, Data Centre Contracts

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- End-to-end piping solutions provider ISF Group Bhd’s wholly owned subsidiary Yeo Plumber Sdn Bhd has secured four new contracts, primarily from residential and data centre projects, with a combined value of RM22.48 million.

Agrobank AUM Programme Drives Micro-Entrepreneur Growth, Melaka Records Over RM5.5 Mln Sales

MELAKA, April 13 (Bernama) -- The Agrobank Upward Migration (AUM) programme continues to bolster the development of micro-entrepreneurs nationwide, with Melaka recording sales exceeding RM5.5 million, underscoring strong business growth driven by the bank’s ongoing guidance and support.

Malaysia, Thailand Take Different Approaches To Fuel Subsidies Amid Oil Price Volatility

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Thailand have adopted fundamentally different approaches to fuel subsidies, reflecting distinct policy priorities and strategies for managing consumer usage, as both countries strive to balance economic stability with social welfare.

Malaysia Records 3.36 Mln Web-based Cyber Threats In 2025 — Kaspersky

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia registered 3.36 million web-based threats last year, while Southeast Asia (SEA) recorded more than 18 million malicious attack attempts across the region in 2025.

Salihin Group Forges Strategic Partnerships To Tap Sarawak Market, Expand Globally

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Salihin Group has formed collaborations with Danawa Resources Sdn Bhd, Rahman Rohaida Advocates and Solicitors, and Neurogine Sdn Bhd to penetrate the Sarawak market, while using it as a springboard for broader regional and global expansion.

Sidec Boosts Global Exposure For Malaysian Tech Startups At SCSE 2026

SHAH ALAM, April 13 (Bernama) -- Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec) led a group of 10 Malaysian startups to Taipei and Kaohsiung, Taiwan, as part of its participation in the Smart City Summit and Expo (SCSE) 2026.