Saudi Arabia Postpones Future Investment Initiative to 2027 Amid Houthi Attacks
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has postponed its flagship investment conference, the Future Investment Initiative (FII), until 2027 amid growing security concerns following a series of attacks by Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. FII Institute Chief Executive Officer Maha Al Saud announced on Monday that the annual conference, widely known as the “Davos in the Desert”, would […]
Nscale, Anthropic in Talks for US$45 Billion AI Computing Deal
KUALA LUMPUR, October 20 2026, Nscale Ltd is reportedly in talks with Anthropic PBC to supply computing capacity in a deal potentially worth US$45 billion (RM184 billion), as demand for artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure continues to surge. According to Bloomberg, the Nvidia-backed data centre developer is negotiating a second major agreement with Anthropic, the company […]
FAM Expected to Sign MoUs with Two New Sponsors
KUALA LUMPUR: The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) has identified two major local companies as potential sponsors and is expected to sign memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with both in the near future. FAM Media and Marketing Committee chairman Datuk Syed Mahadi Syed Hassan said the two companies had already given their commitment, with discussions now […]
Ringgit Opens Higher as Slower Inflation and OPR Normalisation Draw Attention
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit opened mostly higher against major currencies on Tuesday, supported by moderating domestic inflation and expectations of an eventual normalisation of the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR), despite a stronger US dollar. At 8am, the local currency strengthened to 4.0780/0850 against the US dollar from Monday’s closing rate of 4.0805/0845. The Department of […]
EZVIZ Launches Indonesia Roadshow to Showcase Smarter Home Access Solutions
SURABAYA, Indonesia, Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — EZVIZ has announced its “Smarter Access. Safer Everyday” roadshow in Indonesia, with the first stop at Pakuwon Mall (Circle GF Floor) in Surabaya from Oct. 20–25. Featuring simulated scenarios, it allows Indonesian families to experience the peace of mind powered by smart devices. At this first stop, EZVIZ […]
Lack of Transparency Over Decades Contributed to Corporate Crime, Says Anwar
KUALA LUMPUR: A lack of transparency in the management of government and corporate affairs over several decades is believed to be among the factors contributing to corporate crime, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. He said such practices included stock market manipulation, governance violations and fraud, stressing that tackling these activities required greater transparency […]
[COLUMN] Fake Images, Real Harm: Who Is Protecting Students?
KUALA LUMPUR: The misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) to create sexually explicit images of female students is raising serious concerns over student safety, digital literacy and schools’ preparedness to address emerging forms of online sexual harassment. Although the images may be fabricated, the humiliation, emotional distress and damage to a victim’s reputation can have lasting […]
Government-Owned Entities Bill Targeted for Tabling and Approval This Year, Says Anwar
KUALA LUMPUR: The government is finalising the Government-Owned Entities Bill to strengthen oversight, governance and financial management of government bodies and agencies, with the aim of tabling and passing it in the Dewan Rakyat this year. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the proposed legislation was important to ensure government agencies and entities, including […]
RM37.53 Billion Seized in Corporate Mafia Probe, RM4.3 Billion Frozen, Says Anwar
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian authorities have seized RM37.53 billion in funds linked to investigations into alleged corporate mafia activities, while RM4.3 billion was frozen between late 2022 and September 2026, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. Anwar said the seizures by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) reflected the authorities’ commitment […]
ANTHBOT Genie 600E Comes to Costco Australia for In-Store Roadshow
CANBERRA, Australia,/PRNewswire/ — ANTHBOT and its ANZ distribution partner UNIVERSE TIME PTY LTD (UT) are bringing the Genie 600E robotic lawn mower to Costco Australia through a series of in-store roadshows from October 2026 to January 2027. Following the first event, the roadshow marks the first time a robotic lawn mower brand has been featured […]