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PayNet Fintech Hub aims to supercharge growth of Malaysian fintech startups
Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (PayNet) has launched a new initiative that aims to supercharge the local fintech scene. Called the PayNet Fintech Hub, the initiative is designed to provide promising Malaysian fintech startups with not just funding and mentorship, but also the connections and international exposure needed to grow and scale.During the launch, PayNet CEO Farhan Ahmad shared his experience with building startups and the challenges faced by the local startup c…
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Stay Splash-Ready: The vivo V50 for Water-Loving Photographers
This post is brought to you by vivo.Malaysia’s year-round summer makes water-based fun a staple of our lifestyle — whether it’s kayaking off the coast, hanging out by the pool, or bringing the whole gang to a water theme park. But if you’ve ever had to wrap your phone in a plastic pouch or stow it away in a dry bag just to avoid water damage, there’s a better way.The vivo V50 offers a practical solution: IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance, a robust camera se…
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Will you buy a Xiaomi, Oppo, or Vivo phone without Android and Google services?
Rumours have circulated about Xiaomi, BBK Electronics (the parent company of Oppo, Vivo, and OnePlus), and Huawei collaborating to develop a new software alternative to Android that does not rely on Google and its services. As new as this might sound for Xiaomi and BBK Electronics, Huawei is certainly no stranger to creating its own operating system (OS) and ecosystem.In 2019, Huawei was banned from working with US companies, including Google, causing them to lose access to …
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BYD Atto 3 owner claims car performed emergency braking on highway without warning
A BYD Atto 3 owner has recently shared on Facebook about his frightening experience during a trip from Melaka to Penang on 1st May. While making a stop at Kajang with his family for an open house, the vehicle suddenly performed an emergency braking without warning on the Cheras-Kajang expressway.Despite several attempts to restart the car, he couldn’t move his vehicle and the screen displayed “Power System Failure”. He added that several other vehicles nearly got into an acc…
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Smart #5 EV spotted in Malaysia. Official launch happening soon?
After launching the Smart #1 and Smart #3, Pro-Net seems to be getting ready to launch the Smart #5 in Malaysia. The upcoming fully electric SUV has been spotted in Malaysia with a matte olive green paint job and it is expected to make its official appearance in the next couple of days.The Smart #5 is not only the biggest Smart EV yet, but it’s also the brand’s first EV to feature an 800V architecture.The vehicle that was spotted locally seems to be either the Smart #5 Premi…
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Wuling Bingo EV is coming to Malaysia for under RM100k: Locally assembled by Tan Chong Motor
Wuling Bingo EV will be released in Malaysia later this year. Not only that, the subcompact electric hatchback will be assembled in Malaysia by Tan Chong Motor (TCM) in its long-established assembly plant in Segambut, Kuala Lumpur.In Malaysia, the EV will be known as the TQ Wuling Bingo. Being a Completely Knocked-Down (CKD) vehicle, this means that Bingo EV can be sold here at a much lower price than RM100,000 floor price than the government currently imposed on fully impor…
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Honor 400 series to make its first global launch in Malaysia, more details on 8th May
Just less than two weeks after launching the Honor 400 Lite in Malaysia, Honor has announced that the rest of the models in the Honor 400 series will be making their global launch, with Malaysia being one of the first global markets to receive the phones. Honor says this strategic decision is the result of the importance of Malaysia as a key market for the brand, particularly in the South Pacific region.Thus far, Honor Malaysia has yet to reveal what models it will be launch…
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