Making the digital leap: Building a start-up ecosystem for inclusive growth
This article first appeared in Digital Edge, The Edge Malaysia Weekly on February 24, 2025 – March 2, 2025 Asean’s digital economy is experiencing unprecedented growth, with a compound annual growth rate exceeding 20%, making it one of the fastest expanding digital markets globally. By 2022, its value had reached US$194 billion and it is […]
The bright future of solar energy
KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 7): As the world grapples with the pressing challenge of climate change, solar energy is emerging as a beacon of hope. Its rapid advancements and growing adoption are shaping a future where clean, renewable energy is the norm. Here’s a look at the trends and innovations driving the solar energy revolution and what the future holds, with a focus on Malaysia.
Empowering Growth: Malaysia needs gender-inclusive tech start-up ecosystem
This article first appeared in Digital Edge, The Edge Malaysia Weekly on December 9, 2024 – December 15, 2024 In the rapidly evolving world of tech and innovation, Malaysia has made strides but still grapples with inclusivity. Ranked 114th in the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report 2024, the country is far from gender […]
Meraque expands drone solutions to Uzbekistan
This article first appeared in New Straits Times. MERAQUE Group, a leading Malaysian robotics solutions company, has signed a strategic partnership with the Agriculture Ministry of the Republic of Uzbekistan. This partnership marks a significant milestone for both organisations, highlighting their mutual commitment to driving innovation, collaboration and growth in the agricultural technology sector. The […]
Digital Nomads: Balancing innovation with local impact
This article first appeared in Digital Edge, The Edge Malaysia Weekly on October 14, 2024 – October 20, 2024 The rise of digital nomadism has become one of the most significant trends in the modern workforce. In 2022, the global population of digital nomads reached 35 million, contributing close to US$800 billion annually to local […]
Catalysing an inclusive, resilient and impactful social enterprise movement: Key priorities for Malaysia’s Budget 2025
This article first appeared in Digital Edge. (OCT 7): Social enterprises (SEs) are more than just a business model — they are a movement. Globally, their significance is undeniable. According to the World Economic Forum, SEs generate a staggering US$2 trillion in revenue and are responsible for creating nearly 200 million jobs. Even more striking […]
Satu Creative Hasanah Impact Challenge 2024 concludes with US$118,600 grants to empower social enterprises in Malaysia
Satu Creative Services Sdn Bhd, in collaboration with Yayasan Hasanah, the Ministry of Finance (MOF), Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), and Tabung Ekonomi Gagasan Anak Sarawak (TEGAS), has concluded the Satu Creative Hasanah Impact Challenge 2024 (SCHIC2024). The initiative aimed to empower early-stage social enterprises in Malaysia by developing sustainable, scalable solutions to address key […]
Smart Cities: Reimagining urban planning
This article first appeared in Digital Edge, The Edge Malaysia Weekly on August 12, 2024 – August 18, 2024 In an era of rapid technological advancement and urbanisation, smart cities have captivated imaginations and captured headlines. Based on United Nations projections, over 55% of the world’s population resides in urban areas, and this will reach […]
Game On
This article first appeared in Digital Edge, The Edge Malaysia Weekly on August 26, 2024 – September 1, 2024. Describing the fight for talent in the game development industry as merely “competitive” would be an understatement. During the Covid-19 pandemic, gaming companies experienced unprecedented growth as demand for entertainment, including video games, surged while people […]
Satu Creative Hasanah Impact Challenge 2024
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – 27 August 2024 – Satu Creative Services Sdn Bhd (Satu Creative), in collaboration with Yayasan Hasanah and in partnership with the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and Tabung Ekonomi Gagasan Anak Sarawak (TEGAS), is proud to announce the launch of the Satu Creative Hasanah Impact Challenge 2024 (SCHIC2024), a strategic initiative to empower early-stage social enterprises in Malaysia to create sustainable, scalable solutions that address key social and environmental challenges.