Malaysian space startups Sirius and Angkasa-X explore collaboration with MOU signing at LIMA23

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Joint venture is under the patronage of MOSTI and MYSA
Combines Sirius’ space expertise with Angkasa-X’s satellite manufacturing

Sirius T&E together with Angkasa-X Innovation are exploring the field of rocket launchers and satellite construction in Malaysia for space industry players.  
The announcement was made at LIMA23 Langkawi. During the memorandum signing ceremony between Sirius and Angkasa-X on 23rd May…Continue Reading

Launch of Silicon Malaysia map during SEMICON SEA 2023

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Updated Silicon Malaysia and Silicon Stars – Pearl of the Orient map launched
MSIA has 225 members, spanning 10 states in Malaysia with headquarters in 18 countries

SEMICONSEA, the event that aims to build connections and foster collaborations for a sustainable Southeast Asia electronics manufacturing industry, is back in Penang for its 2023 edition.
This…Continue Reading

Aerodyne unveils solutions for advanced air mobility and UAS ISTAR

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ARGENTAVIS is made for deliveries and supplies transportation
FULCRUM can be used for monitoring, search and rescue, security

Aerodyne Group, a drone services provider, unveiled its two flagship solutions, ARGENTAVIS and FULCRUM, at the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2023 (LIMA 2023). These drones are powered by Aerodyne’s proprietary intelligence platform, DRONOS…Continue Reading

Elvis Chew Pushes For Continuation Of Knowledge In Malaysian 3D Animation

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Experienced animators move out of country/industry, leaving knowledge gap
Aims to nurture current & future generation of talent with right skills, mindset

Currently the Head of Production at Anima Vitae Point Malaysia, Elvis Chew’s (pic) project accomplishments includes Lego Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures series (season 1 and 2), Moominvalley series (season 1, 2,…Continue Reading

MyDIGITAL and World Bank kickstarts discussions on GovTech transformation

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Challenges include institutional coordination, citizen-centric service design, data reuse
Must recognize the challenges of scaling up and the need for a collaborative approach

MyDIGITAL Corporation, in collaboration with the World Bank, discussed the challenges and opportunities in the progress of public sector digital transformation in Malaysia during a roundtable themed, “Malaysia GovTech: Navigating the Transformation”…Continue Reading

The long patient queues that triggered Dr Kev Lim’s startup journey to profitability with Qmed Asia

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Family health challenge opened eyes to painful part of patient experience
Building a successful startup requires deep understanding of pain points

As a teenager growing up in Tangkak, Johor, Kev Lim took an interest in computing thanks to his older brother who was pursuing a degree in computer science. Helping himself to…Continue Reading

APU SoMAD students and faculty win big at Wheel Rims Design Challenge

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18 contestants secured spots in Top 32 for the competition
Three out of 18 contestants advanced to Top 10 positions

Beyond their crucial role in enhancing the overall driving experience, a rim design that harmoniously blends artistic elements with engineering becomes essential to satisfying one’s aesthetic desires.
Few know this better than Bryan Teh Yea…Continue Reading

Malaysia Centre for 4IR to accelerate nation’s digital economy and green energy transition

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Partners World Economic Forum to establish Malaysia Centre for 4IR
Thematic focus on digital transformation and green energy transition

The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution Malaysia (Malaysia Centre for 4IR) was officially launched yesterday by the Minister of Economy, Rafizi Ramli and the President of the World Economic Forum (WEF), Børge Brende.
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GBS Asia Awards 2023 Honors Organisations and individuals in the GBS industry

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12th installment of awards sees 70% increase in nominations
6 new categories with judging by independent panel from M’sia & abroad

Global Business Services (GBS) Malaysia, a chapter of PIKOM, recently held its annual award ceremony to celebrate companies and individuals that found success using the GBS models. 
“Despite the effect of COVID-19 on the…Continue Reading