Category: Business
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PM Anwar Launches SParK 2026 — PUNB Sets RM2.25 Billion Financing Target for Bumiputera SMEs
TL;DR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim launched SParK 2026, a national initiative under Perbadanan Usahawan Nasional Berhad (PUNB) targeting RM2.25 billion in financing for Bumiputera SMEs and entrepreneurs. The programme focuses on high-growth sectors including technology, services, manufacturing, and agriculture. Applications are open through PUNB’s digital platform. This is a major signal for Malaysian…
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SParK 2026: PUNB Sets RM2.25 Billion Financing Target for Bumiputera SMEs — What It Means for Malaysian Entrepreneurs
TL;DR: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim launched SParK 2026: Business Transformation, with PUNB targeting RM2.25 billion in financing approvals for Bumiputera SMEs under the R30 Strategic Framework (2026–2030). Interest rates drop to as low as 3.5% p.a. through new Prosper Grow programmes. If your Bumiputera business needs growth capital, the window just got wider — and…
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‘The tears just won’t stop’: Father says Banting stabbing victim leaves ICU but remains traumatised | Malay Mail
The Unseen Wound: Why Trauma Lingers After a Critical Incident When a crisis strikes—whether it’s a workplace accident, a security issue, or a violent event—the physical wounds might heal, but the emotional trauma can persist for months. The recent stabbing at a Banting secondary school, where a 15-year-old girl remains deeply traumatised after leaving the…
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Nothing Phone (4b) revealed, coming soon to Malaysia
You Don’t Notice a Good Phone. You Only Notice a Bad One. When the battery dies mid-delivery, or the screen stutters during a quick video call with a client, that moment of friction costs you directly. For most Malaysian SME owners, the smartphone market feels split between overpriced flagships and underpowered budget options that frustrate…
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RM1.7 Billion SME Financing Approved in Malaysia — How Your Business Can Apply Now
TL;DR: Over RM1.7 billion in SME and micro financing has been approved since mid-May 2026 under Malaysia’s government-backed schemes. If your business has been waiting for affordable capital, the window is open — here’s exactly how to apply before the funds are fully allocated. You’ve got a growing business in Malaysia, and you know what’s…
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TNG eWallet Now Lets You Search SSM Company Records — Business Verification Just Got Easier
TL;DR: TNG eWallet has integrated SSM e-Info, allowing users to search company records, view business profiles, and download official SSM documents directly from the app. This makes business verification faster, more accessible, and mobile-first for Malaysian entrepreneurs. You’re about to sign a deal with a new supplier. You need to verify they’re registered with SSM.…
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Malaysia Has an AI Plan. The Hard Part Is Making It Work for Businesses Like Yours.
Malaysia has an AI plan. The hard part is making it work for businesses like yours. Malaysia’s AI ambition is bold, timely, and necessary. Last week, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim urged faster action to prepare Malaysians for an AI-driven future, warning that rapid technological advancements are reshaping industries and creating new demands on the workforce.…