In this issue

Soaring To Empower Shoppers

Illegal Puffing Costing Government RM6B Yearly

JTI Malaysia reveals that illegal vaping coupled with illegal cigarettes account for approximately 70 percent of the total consumption in Malaysia.

1 min

Are Malaysians Poorer Than Reported?

According to a United Nations human rights expert, the official figures on Malaysia’s poverty levels were highly inaccurate and do not reflect the realities on the ground.

1 min

Having The Right Mindset For The Future Of Finance

We have all heard the saying ‘talk is cheap’, but thanks to technology it would seem that in the world of finance answers are as well.

2 mins

Points To Consider Before Developing Hybrid Cloud

Asia Pacific holds a wealth of growth opportunities for businesses, with the region contributing to over 60 percent of the global GDP.

3 mins

AI Causing Human Obsolescence?

Artificial intelligence has transformed from a future technology into the most disruptive, revolutionary technology of the 21st century.

3 mins

The Human Impact Of Smart Factories

When we talk about smart factories we are not only talking about the technology which lies within but the immense value that it can bring to the people working under the factory roof and beyond.

2 mins

Smarter Greener Cities Through G2G Collaborations

Singapore was recently declared as the top-performing smart city in the world, outperforming major cities like San Francisco, Seoul, London and New York.

3 mins

Making Places People Will Love

From Ramadan bazaars at Dataran Merdeka to green rooftops, revived back alleys and street art or festivals with traditional arts and entertainment, placemaking is not new to Malaysian cities.

3 mins

Framing A Surprise Benefit May Stoke Consumers' Desire

As companies test a new product, they often learn that it can deliver unexpected benefits.

3 mins

Home-Grown Online Marketplace Empowers Shoppers

Ecommerce is a highly competitive space. PG Mall aims to build and connect local merchants to sell their products to the global market

6 mins

Future Of Shopping

Attributed to World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF) Foundation

4 mins

Depression And The Workplace

Recently, a patient who had been working at the same company for the last 22 years presented with low mood, problems sleeping at night, low appetite, feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness and suicidal thoughts for a month.

3 mins

There Is No Finish Line For This Man

Growing up financially challenging is never easy for any child.

3 mins

Tips To Maximise SMES' Export Potential

In 2010 SMEs were contributing 19 percent to the country’s exports and was targeted to contribute 25 percent in 2015 under the SME Masterplan 2012-2020.

3 mins

Working Spaces For The Free Spirited

Coworking spaces are gaining popularity in Gig economies worldwide as current working trend leans towards working remotely and freelancing.

3 mins

Financial Planning Technologies And Ecommerce, What's In It For Consumers?

Financial planning is defined by the Financial Planning Standard Board (FPSB) as “a “process of developing strategies to help people manage their financial affairs to meet life goals.”

3 mins

Golden Outback - Where Nature Reveals Her True Colours

Whether it’s a beach getaway or to experience the nature in its glory, a scenic road trip along the Golden Outback is perfect for any traveller. Walking along the whitest beaches and exploring the colourful fields of wildflowers will be an amazing adventure to this wonder of nature.

2 mins

Regal Stay With Distinctive And International Spirit

A 9th-century palace overlooking the Villa Borghese gardens, luxury five-star Hotel Splendide Royal is elaborately decorated in ornate Baroque style.

1 min

Fish Noodles Hit The Spot At 45Speakvezy Bar

To me it looks like any average downtown restaurant, but 45SpeakVezy Bar is anything but!I wandered in on a hot Tuesday afternoon, and was immediately greeted by the friendly staff and bizarre murals, vibrant walls and antique Chinese paraphernalia.

1 min

Enchanting Pearl White Sand And Crystal-Clear Water

No skyscrapers and huge villas.

2 mins

The Spider Weaving Its Web

The McLaren 720S Spider delivers the exhilaration of open-air driving and levels of day-to-day usability unseen in the convertible supercar class with ground-breaking design, cutting-edge technologies and ferocious pace.

2 mins

A Lunar Discovery With Omega

50 years after the first moon landing, OMEGA relives its very first journey to the lunar surface and celebrates the moments, the people and the watches that will never be forgotten.

1 min

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Business Today Malaysia Magazine Description:

A premier English monthly business magazine, Business Today has grown in leaps and bounds since its inception in May 2001. Today, it is instantly recognised all over Malaysia as the definitive business magazine that brings the business community closer and exposes them to the global competitive edge.

Business Today also hears and caters to the increasingly important issues, initiatives and incentives provided to the SME and SMB industries in order for Malaysia to rise to become a high income nation.

Business Today readers will find key trends in economic, financial and business developments which impact the business ecosystem in Malaysia.

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