Fahmi Wishes Melaka Voters Well Ahead of Polling Day

Melaka polling day preparations ahead of the 2026 state election

MELAKA, Nov 13 – Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has wished voters in Melaka well as they prepare to cast their ballots in the 16th Melaka State Election tomorrow. In a Facebook post, Fahmi encouraged voters to support Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidates and place their confidence in the coalition. Fahmi, who also serves as […]

GST, National Debt and Budget 2027 Dominate Sixth Week of Parliament

Malaysia Parliament discusses national debt, GST policy and Budget 2027

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 13 – The government’s decision not to reintroduce the Goods and Services Tax (GST), efforts to reduce the national fiscal deficit and new government borrowing were among the main issues discussed during the sixth week of Parliament. The Dewan Rakyat also continued its examination of Budget 2027. Four more ministries secured approval […]

Mastercard Opens Largest Asia Pacific Innovation Centre in Singapore

Mastercard innovation centre in Singapore focused on AI and cybersecurity

SINGAPORE, Nov 13 – Mastercard has opened its largest Innovation Centre of Excellence (ICoE) in Asia Pacific, establishing Singapore as a key hub for the development of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and digital payment solutions. The new facility covers more than 7,200 square feet. It will bring together banks, merchants, government agencies and technology partners to […]

AlphaPai Launches AI Investment Research Platform for Global Markets

AI investment research platform helping professionals analyse global financial markets

HONG KONG, Nov 13 – Financial technology company AlphaPai has launched its artificial intelligence (AI)-powered investment research platform for global markets at Hong Kong FinTech Week 2026. The platform aims to help professional investors improve research efficiency, organise financial information and gain deeper investment insights. The international launch introduces technology developed around investment research workflows […]

Malaysia Rises to 27th in Global Digital and AI Ranking

Malaysia AI ranking improves as the country advances digital transformation

PUTRAJAYA, Nov 13 – Malaysia has improved its position in the 2026 IMD World Digital and AI Ranking, climbing seven places to 27th from 34th previously. The improvement reflects the country’s progress in digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI) development. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo said the achievement resulted from combined efforts by the government, […]

Selangor Floods Worsen as Evacuee Numbers Rise to 1,248

Selangor floods force residents to seek shelter at temporary relief centres

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 13 – The number of flood victims staying at temporary relief centres in Selangor has increased, while Perak has recorded a slight decline in evacuee numbers. As of 8 am Friday, Selangor had 1,248 flood victims from 338 families at seven relief centres. This compares with 1,144 victims from 318 families recorded […]

Melaka Election: Campaign Ends Tonight as 687,697 Voters Prepare to Cast Ballots

Melaka state election 2026 as voters prepare to cast their ballots

MELAKA, Nov 13 – The 14-day campaign for the 16th Melaka State Election will officially end at 11.59 pm tonight. Voters will head to polling stations tomorrow to elect representatives for the state’s 28-seat Legislative Assembly. According to the Election Commission (EC), 675,166 ordinary voters are eligible to cast their ballots on polling day. A […]