RM185 Mln R&D programme To Commercialise packaging Technology - MOSTI

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) — A research, development, innovation, commercialisation and economy (RDICE) programme worth RM185 million has been launched to strengthen Malaysia's capabilities in advanced packaging technology.

Bursa Malaysia Succumbs To Selling Pressure To End Lower

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended lower on Thursday as selling pressure in industrial products and services stocks outweighed gains in the telecommunications sector, an analyst said.

Gamuda 3Q FY2026 Net Profit Rises 5 Pct To RM258 Mln, Declares 5 Sen Dividend

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Gamuda Bhd’s net profit for the third quarter of financial year 2026 (3Q FY2026) rose five per cent to RM258 million, supported by strong contributions from its domestic construction order book.

CGTN: China Advances Agricultural Modernisation To Boost Rural Prosperity

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- China is strengthening agricultural modernisation and rural revitalisation efforts to ensure the benefits of development reach farmers, according to an article published by China Global Television Network (CGTN).

ASNB Declares 5.5 Sen Per Unit Income Distribution For ASB 3 Didik

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Amanah Saham Nasional Bhd (ASNB) has declared an income distribution of 5.50 sen per unit for its fixed-price fund, Amanah Saham Bumiputera 3 Didik (ASB 3 Didik), for the financial year ending June 30, 2026.

Guest Supply To Distribute RODA Skincare Products Across APAC Hotels

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Guest Supply, part of Sysco Corporation, has inked a licensing agreement with RODA to manufacture and distribute RODA-branded skincare and personal care products across the Asia Pacific (APAC) for the hotel sector.

MATRADE Inks Partnership With CAIQ Biosecurity Under MCGi, Boosting MSME Exports To China

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) today signed a collaboration agreement with CAIQ Biosecurity Sdn Bhd under the Malaysia-China Gateway Initiative (MCGi), enhancing technical compliance support and strengthening market readiness among Malaysian exporters seeking to expand into China.

PerkyPet AI Strengthens AI Leadership With Jamal Jackson Appointment

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- PerkyPet AI, the veterinary-built artificial intelligence (AI) platform for proactive pet health, has appointed veteran technology leader Jamal Jackson as Global Head of Applied AI.

Abaxx Exchange Adds Yongan International SG As Clearing, Trading Member  

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Abaxx Technologies Inc (Abaxx) announced that Yongan International Financial (Singapore) Pte Ltd (Yongan International SG) will begin offering trading and clearing access to clients on Abaxx Exchange from June 29.

ACCA Mid-Year Tax Focus Conference Calls For Smarter Public-Private Collaboration

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) held its Mid-Year Tax Focus Conference on Wednesday, underscoring the importance of strengthening economic resilience and deepening smarter collaborations between the public and private sectors as Malaysia advances key fiscal reforms amid a period of global uncertainty.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Morning Session In Negative Territory

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia remained in negative territory at midday today as investors took profit while staying cautious amid the lack of fresh market catalysts, analysts said.

Usercentrics: Over Half Consumers Will Pay Premium For AI Transparency

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Over half (52 per cent) of consumers globally are willing to pay more for brands that are transparent about how they use artificial intelligence (AI) with their data, accepting an average premium of seven per cent, according to the second annual State of Digital Trust 2026 Report commissioned by Usercentrics.