Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower On Rising Oil Prices, Elevated Bond Yields

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended lower on Thursday, weighed down by moderate selling pressure interspersed with buying activity as renewed hikes in oil prices and elevated global bond yields dampened investor sentiment, said an analyst.

Yeahka Executive Highlights AI’s Role In Reshaping Payments

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Yeahka Ltd, through its international payment brand YeahPay, highlighted the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in reshaping payment platforms as consumer discovery, decision-making and transactions increasingly converge. 

DALI Alliance Opens Submissions For 2027 Lighting Awards 

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- The DALI Alliance has opened submissions for the 2027 DALI Lighting Awards, inviting innovative lighting projects worldwide that demonstrate the capabilities of DALI technology. 

AI Boom Places Malaysia Among Six APAC Economies Surpassing China - Moody’s Analytics

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is among six major Asia-Pacific (APAC) economies expected to record faster real gross domestic product (GDP) growth than China in 2026, supported by its integration into the artificial intelligence (AI) supply chain, according to Moody’s Analytics.

Malaysia's 2026 GDP Growth Could Hit 5.7 Pct On Stronger Manufacturing, Investments -- Economists

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy could expand by an average 5.7 per cent in 2026, exceeding official forecasts, driven by stronger manufacturing, construction and investments, said two economists.

AirBorneo Signs MRO Deal With Pratt & Whitney Canada

By Anas Abu Hassan

SINGAPORE, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Sarawak-owned carrier, AirBorneo Airways has inked a four-year deal with Pratt & Whitney Canada for comprehensive maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services through 2030.

PM Anwar Reaffirms Relations Of Deep Trust With China, Praises President Xi's Leadership

From Harlina Samson

HANGZHOU, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today highlighted the deep-rooted trust and mutual confidence underpinning Malaysia's bilateral relationship with China, describing the partnership as one that transcends traditional diplomatic ties. 

Budget 2027: Income, Wages Must Remain A Priority - Akmal

GEORGE TOWN, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Income and wages must remain a priority in the planning of Budget 2027, alongside efforts to strengthen the capabilities of local companies in high-growth, high-value (HGHV) industries.

Malaysia Urges Ethical AI, Open Digital Trade To Empower Global South

HANGZHOU, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for an ethics-driven approach to artificial intelligence (AI) and a more open, rules-based digital trade regime to ensure developing nations share in the gains of technological progress.

Bursa Malaysia Key Index Rebounds To End Slightly Higher At Midday

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s key index rebounded to end the morning trading session slightly higher, supported by buying interest in selected heavyweights, led by transportation and logistics, industrial products and healthcare counters.

LRN Launches AI-Enabled Employee Reporting, Case Management Solution

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- LRN Corporation, a global leader in ethics and compliance solutions, has launched Catalyst Voice, an artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled employee reporting and case management solution to help organisations connect hotline reporting to action.

OAG Appoints Former Google EMEA Travel Leader As Non-Executive Director

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- OAG, the essential intelligence partner transforming global travel, has announced the appointment of former Google Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) Travel leader, David Robles, as a non-executive director.