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10/01/2025

Financial Fragmentation May Cut Global GDP by 6%, Cost 280M Jobs by 2030

Financial fragmentation is on the rise, threatening global economic growth and millions of jobs. A new report by Economist Impact, sponsored by Swift, examines the increasing segmentation of financial markets. Using economic modelling and expert insights, it forecasts how fragmentation could unfold in 2030 and quantifies its potential impact on global and national outcomes, including GDP and employment.

Financial fragmentation refers to a decline in the international flow of finance, disrupting cross-border investment, credit, and payments. This reduction in global capital flows threatens to unravel the intricate web of connections that sustain the modern economy.

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10/01/2025

Arte Corp Partners with COBNB for Short-Term Stays at Arte Solaris, Mont Kiara

KUALA LUMPUR: Arte Corp Malaysia, a leading name in iconic property development, has announced a strategic partnership with COBNB Malaysia, a luxury short-term stay operator, to manage serviced apartments at its iconic Arte Solaris development in Mont Kiara.

This collaboration comes as Malaysia experiences robust growth in its tourism sector. According to the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture Malaysia (MOTAC), the country welcomed over 15 million international visitors in 2023, contributing RM50 billion to the economy. With the government targeting 20 million international arrivals by 2025, initiatives under the National Tourism Policy 2020–2030 emphasize embracing smart tourism, promoting experiential travel, and positioning Malaysia as a premier destination for premium hospitality services.

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09/01/2025

Tokio Marine Kiln Strengthens APAC Cyber Team with Key Appointment

Tokio Marine Kiln (TMK) has bolstered its Asia-Pacific (APAC) operations with the appointment of Georgina Furness-Smith as cyber underwriter, effective Jan. 2.

TMK’s cyber unit in the region, established in August 2023, has recorded steady growth, and this appointment is seen as a strategic step toward sustaining that momentum.

Furness-Smith (pictured) brings more than five years of experience in cyber insurance, having most recently served as senior cyber underwriter at AXIS Capital. During her tenure, she played a central role in developing a cyber property damage portfolio.

Based in Singapore, Furness-Smith will focus on driving TMK’s expansion in key APAC markets while contributing to the team’s continued growth.

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09/01/2025

CMC Markets Appoints New Head of Asia, Strengthens APAC Team

CMC Markets (LON: CMCX) kicked off 2025 with several key executive appointments at its Singapore hub, most of which were finalized last year. Christopher Forbes has been promoted to Head of Asia, overseeing CMC Markets, CMC Invest, and CMC Connect.

Forbes took on his new role on September 1, 2024, after leading CMC Invest in Singapore. “Christopher’s proven ability to grow businesses while enhancing client experience is invaluable,” said Lord Peter Cruddas, Founder and CEO of CMC Markets.

In addition to Forbes, Melissa Lwee-Ramsay has been promoted to Head of Marketing for Asia, and Daphne Tan to Business Development Director. Lwee-Ramsay joined CMC in 2022, while Tan has been with the firm since 2019.

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09/01/2025

tlacSEA 2025

Transport logistic Southeast Asia is the latest addition to the global Messe München cluster, bringing the dynamic transport and logistics industry to the Southeast Asian region. Building on a successful multimodal approach, this event is also home to air cargo Southeast Asia, creating a comprehensive platform for cross-transport innovation since its debut in 2023.

The event will feature a high-level conference program where industry experts will discuss key trends and provide insights into forward-looking topics. With its comprehensive coverage, tlacSEA 2025 will showcase cutting-edge solutions and foster vital discussions that propel the industry forward.

Strong Participation:

The inaugural event saw impressive participation with 135 exhibitors from 23 countries and over 7,300 industry professionals. This turnout underscores the vast economic potential of the Southeast Asian market in the global transport and logistics landscape.

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09/01/2025

Build4Asia 2025

Build4Asia, Asia’s premier showcase for security, building, and electrical engineering industries, is poised for an exciting new chapter in 2025. Themed “Charting the Hybrid Landscape for Smart City Advancement,” Build4Asia 2025 is set to elevate its platform, spotlighting innovative technologies and expanding its influence across the region.

What to Expect:

The event will co-locate with three other leading technology-focused exhibitions, enhancing its focus on cutting-edge innovations. This strategic move not only broadens its scope but also reinforces Build4Asia’s reputation for delivering excellence in showcasing advancements that drive the smart city agenda.

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09/01/2025

Asia Tech X Singapore

Asia Tech X Singapore (ATxSG), a premier event organized by the Infocomm Media Development Authority of Singapore (IMDA) and Informa, with support from the Singapore Tourism Board, is set to position Singapore as a crucial Global-Asia node in the fast-paced digital world. This event, spanning several days, is designed to ignite vital conversations among business, technology, and government leaders, shaping the collective digital future.

ATxSG brings together leading innovators developing transformative technologies and enterprise leaders driving their adoption. This convergence is a catalyst for collaboration, generating substantial economic and societal value.

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08/01/2025

This Week’s JS-SEZ Agreement Could Boost Malaysia’s GDP by RM19.8 Billion Within a Decade

This week’s signing of the agreement to create the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) is a landmark that will transform real estate markets in both countries, according to comments released today by Juwai IQI Co-Founder and Group CEO Kashif Ansari.

Firm Economic Benefits
“Depending on how much the two countries commit to the SEZ,” said Juwai IQI Co-Founder and Group CEO Kashif Ansari, “we expect it to drive new foreign direct investment, manufacturing activity, tourism, and real estate activity in Johor. That growth will have spillover effects for the rest of Malaysia, spreading the benefits more widely.

“In a positive scenario, Johor would experience more rapid economic growth, resulting in an estimated 0.5 to 0.9 percent to the GDP growth. This could contribute RM 20 billion in the short run and could exceed RM 30 to 50 billion, depending on the magnitude, scale, and size of the project at the macro level. This is in line with our forecast projected in the latest report of the IMF, where it forecasts Malaysia’s 2025 GDP will be RM2.245 trillion (US$488.25 billion), based on the premise that massive FDI is coming from China and the USA.” Kashif remains optimistic about the economic outlook of these SEZ regions.

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08/01/2025

Asia School of Business and MIT Sloan School of Management Strengthen Strategic Partnership

KUALA LUMPUR: The Asia School of Business (ASB) and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Sloan School of Management have renewed their partnership, extending a decade-long collaboration that has positioned ASB as a premier institution for business education in Malaysia and the ASEAN region. Established in 2015 through a partnership between Bank Negara Malaysia and MIT Sloan, ASB has significantly advanced in research, education, and innovation, producing leaders who are making impactful contributions globally.

Over the past decade, ASB has distinguished itself with programs such as the Master of Business Administration, Executive MBA, and Master in Central Banking, each fostering leaders equipped to navigate the complexities of global business and central banking. The institution’s faculty, recognized with multiple international awards, contribute extensively to societal, business, and governmental advancements.

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08/01/2025

Oriental Kopi Unveils Prospectus, Aims to Raise RM184m on ACE Market

KUALA LUMPUR: Through its subsidiaries, Oriental Kopi Holdings Bhd operates café chains and engages in the distribution and retailing of its own branded packaged foods.

Based on the IPO price of 44 sen per share, Oriental Kopi’s market capitalisation is estimated at RM880 million upon listing. Applications for the public issue opened yesterday and will close on Jan 10, with the listing scheduled for Jan 23.

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08/01/2025

TechStore Berhad Signs IPO Agreement with M & A Securities

KUALA LUMPUR: Enterprise IT services provider, TechStore Berhad (“TechStore” or the “Group”), has today entered into an underwriting agreement with M & A Securities Sdn Bhd (“M&A Securities”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of M & A Equity Holdings Berhad, in conjunction with its upcoming initial public offering (“IPO”) on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad (“Bursa Securities”).

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07/01/2025

Financial Services AI Predictions 2025

Wall Street AI investments will face increased scrutiny

In 2025, financial institutions will face intense pressure to demonstrate tangible returns on their AI investments. The era of unchecked AI spending will come to a close, as boards and investors demand clear evidence of value. It will no longer be enough to say your organization is merely using AI to win the approval of company leadership. Instead, organizations must actually be driving value from their AI implementations, and leaders will face increased pressure to quantify their AI investments and the wider business impact. As a result, I expect to see a strategic shift towards targeted AI initiatives with measurable outcomes. Rather than throwing spaghetti at the wall to see what sticks, enterprises will have to make compelling business cases to justify proposed AI projects. This new focus on AI ROI will further separate industry leaders from laggards, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape in finance.

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07/01/2025

5 Million Hours En Routes: Results of Maxim E-hailing in 2024

On the Eve of 2025, Maxim E-hailing announced and summarized the results of the outgoing year. The specialist gathered all the data and observed how much time users spend on the road with Maxim with comfort trips, delivery, buy&deliver and trucks, and the launch of tariffs for people with special needs.

The business development that operated throughout the year was in significant demand, traveling 173 million km through the country. In fact, the distance can be related to the trip to the moon 215 times and back. Data was recorded by the order-making for e-hailing and delivery services, from all cities’ operations.

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07/01/2025

Hong Kong budget deficit to be just under US$13bil

HONG KONG: Hong Kong’s deficit for this fiscal year is expected to be just below HK$100bil or about US$13bil, the city’s finance chief says.

The government is “focusing on cost-saving measures” to tackle the deficit, Paul Chan told residents on a programme on public broadcaster RTHK last Saturday, where he was gathering public feedback ahead of the upcoming budget.

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07/01/2025

Bata Boosts Creative Vision with New Leadership Appointment

LAUSANNE: Bata, a global leader in footwear and fashion, is pleased to announce the appointment of Miguel Esquide as Chief Design Officer – Bata.

This key addition signals Bata’s commitment to innovation and creativity in its ongoing journey to connect with modern audiences worldwide.

Miguel’s experience, spanning two decades with renowned brands, will be central to shaping Bata’s creative direction and strengthening its brand identity.

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07/01/2025

Trump’s Impact on Asian Markets in January

KUALA LUMPUR: As the market steps into the new year, several factors will continue to occupy investors’ minds for the near term.

Chief among these is the handover of the US presidency to Donald Trump on Jan 20.

The event is expected to influence many international markets, including Bursa Malaysia.

While there have been hints of how US policy direction would move following various comments by key planned appointees, this would only be much clearer in the real world once the new administration is installed in the United States.

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07/01/2025

Sunway Group Appoints Ex-Sapura Energy Chief as Deputy President

KUALA LUMPUR: Sunway Group has appointed Datuk Mohd Anuar Taib as deputy president effective from Jan 2, 2025.

Anuar will oversee the group’s core businesses including Sunway Property, Sunway Malls and Sunway Healthcare.

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07/01/2025

Cloud and AI: Malaysia’s Gateway to an Intelligent Future

By Andy Wei, Vice President of Huawei Cloud, Malaysia

Cloud technology is without doubt a cornerstone of the modern digital economy. It enables the seamless storage, management, and sharing of vast amounts of data, serving as the backbone for innovations in artificial intelligence (AI), big data analytics, and the Internet of Things (IoT). These capabilities are redefining how societies and businesses operate worldwide.

Digital transformation has now become a means of survival. Cloud computing has a key role in this as it is the catalyst of this transformation. It provides the flexibility, scalability, and innovation necessary for businesses to thrive in the digital age. By leveraging cloud technologies, organizations can accelerate their transformation initiatives and gain a competitive edge.

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