Malaysia

Ookla Speedtest report recognises Celcom for Best Mobile Coverage in Malaysia
Malaysia’s most trusted telco, Celcom delivers reliable network services Govt agencies rely on Ookla for timely&immediate info on state of networks
Asia Pacific University's Parmjit Singh named EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2021 Malaysia
2nd win in a row for a Digerati50, following Kamarul Muhamed in 2020 Programme celebrates 20th anniversary in M’sia via virtual ceremony
DNB’s Ralph Marshall gives highly detailed explanation in response to MP Dr Ong Kian Ming over Malaysia’s 5G
Monopoly accusations based on misunderstanding of how SWN works Comparisons over similar failed approach in Mexico totally inaccurate   Response to media statement of YB Dr Ong Kian Ming on 7 February 2022 Dear Sir,
MRANTI inks MOU with DNB, Ericsson to strengthen its technology clusters via 5G
DNB, MRANTI, Ericsson collaborate on-campus 5G Development Centre Part of plan to revitalise park into a spark that accelerates innovation
Malaysian fintech, IIMMPACT raises US$2 mil from Sequoia India’s Surge
Has built one-stop financial service API platform, aiming for super-app status Pivoted away from loyalty app thanks to engagement with Scaleup Malaysia
Mavcap emerges a big, behind the scenes, winner in 14th MVCA Awards 2020/2021
Continue effort to ensure VC ecosystem is viable with global scale in mind Indirect role in six award winners, while winning in Funds Raised category
Malaysia Digital Economy Week at Expo 2020 Dubai Sees various MoU Signings   
Animation sector shines with The R & D Studio, Durioo launching new series Goal of US$71.77mil worth potential trade and investment opportunities
Visa: 55% Malaysians can go without cash for more than a week as digital payment usage increases
Increased preference to shop at merchants that accept cashless payment options Visa concludes shift to using more digital payments in Malaysia is here to stay
5G: The real story by Malaysia's Finance Minister, Tengku Zafrul
Govt owned Single Wholesale Network decision after telcos fail to agree on joint ownership Over 50 experts from 10 different countries were part of the tender evaluation committee
Intel’s US$7 bil Penang investment will compel Malaysia's semiconductor ecosystem to level up
Initial US$320k investment [in late 70’s] grew to US$5.9 bil, and now add US$7 bil  Ecosystem step up to match tech investment will enhance value chain participation 
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