DBS Group’s Bid for Alliance Bank Stalls Amid Regulatory Silence
KUALA LUMPUR: DBS Group Holdings Ltd’s plans to acquire a significant stake in Alliance Bank Malaysia Bhd have hit a roadblock, with the deal facing delays due to…
Author: Katherine (Kay)
Kay like to explores the intersection of money, power, and the curious humans behind them. With a flair for storytelling and a soft spot for market drama, she brings a fresh and sharp voice to Southeast Asia’s business scene.
Her work blends analysis with narrative, turning headlines into human stories that cut through the noise. Whether unpacking boardroom maneuvers, policy shifts, or the personalities shaping regional markets, Kay offers readers a perspective that is both insightful and relatable — always with a touch of wit.
i-City and Wyndham Seal RM200m Deal to Launch Malaysia’s First AI-Powered Hotel
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s most iconic smart city, i-City, has inked a RM200 million partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to debut Wyndham i-City this December — a landmark…
Brave Pink, Hero Green: Women Lead Indonesia’s Sweeping Protest Movement as Prabowo Faces Scrutiny Abroad
JAKARTA: Hundreds of women dressed in pink and wielding broomsticks marched to Indonesia’s parliament on Wednesday, demanding an end to police abuses and extravagant government perks, as protests…
Kim Ju Ae Steps Onto Global Stage: Analysts See “Front Runner” in North Korea’s Succession
SEOUL: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s teenage daughter, Kim Ju Ae, has made her international debut, accompanying her father to Beijing this week. Analysts say the carefully…
China’s Victory Day Parade Unveils Next-Gen Missiles, Drones and Stealth Fighters as Xi Warns World Faces “Choice Between Peace and War”
BEIJING: Goose-stepping troops, armoured convoys and roaring fighter jets filled Tiananmen Square today as China staged a massive military parade to mark the 80th anniversary of the end…
Anwar: ECRL Extension to Thai Border Still Under Discussion
BEIJING: Malaysia’s ambitious East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project could stretch all the way to the Thai border, though Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim emphasised that the…
OpenAI to Introduce Parental Controls on ChatGPT After Teen Suicide Case
PARIS: OpenAI has announced it will roll out parental controls on its flagship chatbot, ChatGPT, following a lawsuit in the United States where parents alleged the system encouraged…
Samsung Launches ‘SmartThings Meets AI Home’ Campaign Ahead of IFA 2025
SEOUL: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has unveiled its latest global campaign, “SmartThings Meets AI Home,” showcasing how its AI-powered ecosystem delivers personalized experiences designed to simplify daily life.…
China Showcases New Weapons as Xi Hosts Putin and Kim; Russia Strikes Ukraine With 500 Drones and 24 Missiles
BEIJING: China staged a high-profile military parade in Beijing on Wednesday, unveiling its latest weapons systems as President Xi Jinping welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean…
ITMAX Secures Third Smart Parking Contract in Selangor with MPS Appointment
KUALA LUMPUR: ITMAX System Berhad (“ITMAX” or “the Group”), an AI-powered integrated digital infrastructure service provider, has expanded its smart parking footprint in Selangor after its subsidiary, Selmax…