GLOBAL HEALTHCARE LEADERS ADVANCE SECTOR DECARBONISATION, ACCELERATING TRANSITION TO NET ZERO

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 (Bernama) -- Global healthcare leaders from the Sustainable Markets Initiative (SMI) Health Systems Task Force are in advanced discussions with energy providers in China and India to scale renewable power across their supply chains and accelerate the transition to net zero health systems.

This is the first time that companies from across the global healthcare sector, including AstraZeneca, GSK, Novo Nordisk, and Roche have come together to pioneer such initiatives in these countries.

According to a statement, China and India are key markets for pharmaceuticals manufacturing, estimated to account for up to 50 per cent of materials for medicines.

AstraZeneca Chief Executive Officer and Chair of the Sustainable Markets Initiative Health Systems Task Force, Pascal Soriot said: “The world has finally woken up to the reality that the climate crisis is also a health crisis.

“With this realisation must follow bold, scalable action if we are to secure a liveable and sustainable future. Today’s announcement sends a positive demand signal for green power, providing a blueprint for others to follow, and underlines the SMI’s commitment to leading the decarbonisation of the healthcare sector.”

In China, the power agreements would unlock renewable energy in Jiangsu, Guangdong, Shanghai and Beijing, set to bring around 70 megawatts (MW) of renewable power annually to the grid from 2024 onwards, while, in India, the initiative aims to support suppliers in Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu.

These collective efforts to progress renewable energy access, demonstrate the power of collaboration at scale in these markets, and the convening power of the SMI.

Beyond supply chain decarbonisation, SMI Health Systems Task Force members are spurring progress to reduce the environmental footprint of healthcare delivery, which accounts for nearly half of the sector’s global emissions.

An international measurement framework is also being developed to calculate the carbon emissions from different patient care pathways, aiming to identify the major drivers of emissions and ultimately reduce the environmental impact of healthcare delivery.

The group is also examining how to quantify the carbon emissions of clinical trials. In addition, a new workstream, led by consumer goods maker Reckitt, will focus on the role consumer health and wellbeing can play in decarbonising the healthcare sector.

Since the launch of the Task Force in 2021, suppliers and leading healthcare companies have been inspired to contribute to its efforts, demonstrating its broader positive influence across the sector, and recently welcomed three new members, namely, Reckitt, Novartis and Bupa.

-- BERNAMA

ABU DHABI’S ATRC NEW AI COMPANY OFFERS DECENTRALISED DATA CONTROL OPTIONS

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 (Bernama) -- Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC) has launched its new artificial intelligence (AI) company, AI71, making yet another bold stride in an era of rapid advancements across AI.

According to ATRC in a statement, the entity builds on the Technology Innovation Institute’s (TII) Falcon generative AI models and will focus on multi-domain specialisations while offering unprecedented AI data control options for companies and countries looking to self-host for greater privacy.

The new AI powerhouse was launched by the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince and Abu Dhabi Executive Council Chairman, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in the presence of several ministers and representatives of leading multinational technology companies.

While ATRC’s Technology Innovation Institute developed the Falcon 7B, 40B, and 180B large language models (LLMs), it will be ATRC’s VentureOne subsidiary that takes AI71 to market across multiple domains, starting with the medical, educational and legal sectors.

Enabling access to vast storehouses of anonymised data in these verticals, representing a rich and diverse demographic, AI71 will offer a critical differentiator over other serious AI markets today, namely, the United Arab Emirates’ highly digitised and comparatively mature e-infrastructure.

At a time where innovation often outpaces regulatory frameworks, the UAE government's swift decision-making structure uniquely positions the new company to leverage its responsible AI advancements globally, bypassing the lengthy processes often associated with such developments.

Through partnerships and collaborations, AI71 will enable clients to deploy its AI models and benefit from access to sophisticated data reservoirs to ensure outstanding generative AI performance.

More importantly, AI71 will enable decentralised data ownership, allowing clients to retain control of their own data, and this offering will set new standards for privacy and security, serving as a differentiator for AI projects where data sovereignty is critical.

The first of AI71’s cutting-edge specialisations will have a medical focus and seek to transform capabilities in diagnosis and decision-making, significantly changing the accuracy and time spent on each patient, while the educational and legal sectors are also to gain value from AI integration and enhancements, impacting each domain with nuanced benefits that lead to new solutions to support societal development.

As AI71 makes an impact across enterprises, industries, and governments, VentureOne will introduce new specialisations to meet growing demand from various sectors.

-- BERNAMA

VENTI TECHNOLOGIES FOUNDER & CEO BAGS 2023 WOMEN IN TECH GLOBAL START-UP AWARD

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Venti Technologies, a leader in autonomous vehicle logistics for the global supply chain and industrial and logistics yards announced its Founder & Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dr Heidi Wyle has won the 2023 Women in Tech Global Start-Up Award.

“I am honoured to receive the Women in Tech Global Start-Up Award on behalf of Venti Technologies. This year has been significant for Venti as we have grown our company with new funding and progressed into operational deployments.

“This recognition is a testament to our amazing team at Venti. As we look to the new year, I am excited about Venti’s continued journey of growth, collaboration, and innovation,” said Dr Wyle in a statement.

She added that all the women nominated for this award have made extraordinary strides, and she is thrilled to be among such incredible and inspiring leaders.

Dr Wyle has served on the Boards of MIT, the Harvard Business School Alumni Association of Boston, and the Massachusetts Women’s Forum where she served as president.

Since Venti’s founding, she has successfully led the company through two funding rounds totalling US$37 million, and in the past year, has grown Venti from 18 employees to 103 as of June this year. (US$1=RM4.67)

The Women in Tech is a global non-profit organisation on a mission to empower five million women and girls in tech by 2030.

The Women in Tech Global Start-Up Award recognises a female-founded startup that has demonstrated exceptional innovation, growth potential and a positive impact on the tech industry, and awards were announced recently in a gala at the United Arab Emirates.

-- BERNAMA

APO LAUDS LAO PDR'S EFFORTS TO BOOST PRODUCTIVITY

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Asian Productivity Organization (APO) continued to back Lao PDR’s efforts to boost productivity in a recent visit to the country by its Secretary-General Dr Indra Pradana Singawinata.

In his visit to meet high-level officials, Dr Indra met Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Saleumxay Kommasith; and Minister of Industry and Commerce, Malaythong Kommasith to discuss the productivity challenges and opportunities facing Lao PDR and the APO’s support for its national productivity strategy.

In a statement, Dr Indra congratulated the country for its remarkable progress in improving its productivity performance since it joined the APO in 2002, achieving the fastest labour productivity growth among member countries during 2011–17.

He also emphasised the need for Lao PDR to diversify its economic structure and promote productivity growth in other sectors, especially among small and medium enterprises (SMEs), which are the backbone of the economy and the source of job creation and income generation.

Dr Indra reiterated APO’s commitment to working with the country in its productivity endeavours by providing policy advisory services, capacity-building programmes, smart initiatives, and knowledge-sharing platforms.

He also encouraged Lao PDR to leverage its membership in the APO and to benefit from the best practices and experiences of other members.

Meanwhile, the Deputy Prime Minister conveyed his appreciation for APO’s continuous support for the national productivity movement and praised the effectiveness of APO assistance to Lao PDR’s SMEs and the public sector.

Dr Indra also inaugurated the National Productivity Festival and Exhibition on Innovations for Higher Quality, organised by the Department of Small and Medium Enterprise of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce of Lao PDR.

He praised the creativity and dynamism of the Lao people and enterprises, who are striving to improve their productivity and quality in various fields, and hoped that the festival and exhibition would inspire more innovations and collaborations among national stakeholders, as well as between Lao PDR and other APO member economies.

-- BERNAMA

TEN AND ONWARDS!

The Asia Corporate Excellence and Sustainability Awards (ACES) marks decade with further inroads towards sustainable growth and transformative changes.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 27 (Bernama) -- In a business world of superegos and greenwashing the Asia Corporate Excellence and Sustainability Awards (ACES) has led the charge for greater accountability in leadership and sustainability reporting for the past nine years. This year the ACES turns ten, and recommits to its mission of bringing to greater prominence the leaders making positive industry and employee-wide changes in their organizations, as well as turning a spotlight on to corporations with stellar ESG and sustainability accomplishments.

In this milestone year the ACES received its most number of submissions to date, with 580 would-be nominees from the melting pot of Asian business vying for a mention at the Awards. The 580 submissions were from over 52 industries from 15 countries, which was a testimony to the positive reach of the ACES. After an expansive, thorough, and unbiased review process, there emerged 82 winners across 21 categories from Malaysia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Laos, Mongolia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan and Vietnam.

Topping the list of winners was Philippines, with 23 winners, followed by Malaysia with 15 winners. The roll of honour at this year’s ACES included Somphote Ahunai, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Energy Absolute Public Company Limited for Entrepreneur of the Year, Nisa Ismail, Chief Executive Officer, SEDANIA As Salam Capital Sdn Bhd as Woman Entrepreneur of the Year, and Hoe Kian Choon, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, CUCKOO International (MAL) Sdn Bhd as Young Entrepreneur of the Year. Ayala Corporations was named Asia’s Most Sustainable Company of the Year.

Far from the mere bestowing of laurels on winners, the ACES has made it a mission to go beyond award presentations, and move into the sphere of public policy. Its contribution to corporate and sustainable advocacy comes into play via the triumvirate of the ACES Council, ACES Institute and Goeman Bind.

The ACES Council comprises of five visionary corporate and thought leaders whose world view helped shape the ACES Awards. They are international corporate lawyer, author and public policy advocate Hemant K. Batra; Dr Jayanthi Desan, former Executive Director of the Malaysian Centre of Regulatory Studies, University Malaya; Harvard graduate and FDI consultant James John Ku; Luis Bueno Nieto, CEO and Founder of Naterial Concept; and Shanggari B, Chief Executive Officer of MORS Group and Asian business market development specialist. The ACES Council uses their individual and collective expertise to gather individuals to further the cause of the ACES Institute.

The ACES Institute is the vanguard of Asia’s sustainable growth, with its prime objective being the igniting of progress through research, expert insights, standards, and strategic alliances. Committed towards the raising of Asia’s business potential, the ACES Institute is leading the charge in fostering economic prosperity, equality, and environmental development through dialogue, information sharing, and the exchange of insights by successful corporate thought leaders, bodies and think tanks.

The ACES Institute consists of an assembly of noteworthy experts who believe in ambitious change within the corporate world. The ACES Institute seeks to unite stakeholders in meaningful ways by dialogue and leadership programs and initiatives which address critical issues of the corporate world, foster collaborations among key stakeholders, and propel innovation.

Adding critical insights and knowledge of the diaspora to the coalition is Goeman Bind HTO, a non-profit international development, public policy, and law research think-tank headquartered in India. Goeman Bind has recently become a part of the ACES Institute as a Center of Excellence, sharing its access to eminent academicians and intellectuals from across the globe who believe in the cruciality of sustainability, and the importance of knowledge sharing. The ACES Goeman Bind Center of Excellence will serve as a knowledge hub, nurturing a culture of learning and enriching the discourse within the ACES community.

The combined experience of the three bodies is already seeing its first fruits by way of the inaugural ACES Summit. The ACES Summit, which took place on 23 November 2023, a day before the ACES Awards, was held at the Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur.

Themed “Actioning Asean’s ESG: A Vision for Sustainable Progress,” the Summit provided a unique platform for business leaders, sustainability advocates and thought leaders to explore and debate strategies for transformative actions to achieve an equitable, resilient and sustainable future for business and generations to come. The one-day event featured ACES Council member, Dr Jayanthi Desan, together with ACES Awards past winner Niko Safavi, Chief Executive Officer of PT Mowilex under whose direction the organization was named Best Managed Company in Indonesia by Deloitte.

Other ACES Summit Core Members included Marla Garin-Alvarez, Vice President & Head, Sustainability Office, Compliance Group, BDO Unibank; Eric Roberto M. Luchangco, Chief Sustainability Officer, and  Head of Strategy and Finance of the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), another ACES Awards winner; and Laura Canas da Costa, Senior Global Policy Expert, United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI).

The high-level discussions included sessions on technology and innovation (Circular Business Models and Reinventing Supply Chain Decarbonization), financing and investment (Climate Financing for Positive Change, Navigating Impact Investing in Asia), and human capital (Future of Social & Community Impact).

This by-invitation only Summit targeted representatives or owners of businesses who are interested in advancing efforts towards achieving net-zero emissions, and individuals passionate about driving Asia's responsible business agenda.

CEO of MORS Group and President of the ACES Awards and ACES Council, Shanggari B believes that the longevity of the ACES Awards is testament to the number of corporate leaders who are aware that changes must be made to the way businesses are governed and run. “More than ever there is an increasing belief in the corporate sector that with great power comes great responsibility. It is no longer enough for businesses to turn a profit. Societally-aware business leaders now know that they are being appraised not just by their Boards, but also by consumers of their brand’s products or services. With consumers becoming more aware, purchases are now subject to a consumer’s scrutiny of a brand, the organization behind it, and how it treats its employees, as well as the way it sources raw materials and produces its products. We live in an era of accountability, and the ACES Awards is one of the best gauges of accountability,” she stresses.

ACES Awards winners thus far have collectively generated over US$361 billion in revenue, emphasizing the financial viability of sustainability-driven businesses. Their commitment to ESG principles has also led to a significant decrease in waste production as well as carbon emissions, and a commendable increase in the utilization of renewable energy sources. ACES winners have brought transformative changes across 52 over industries, and provided employment to over a million individuals.

“We have been around for ten years and have tracked these numbers over those ten years. Our evidence is irrefutable: good leadership and sustainability initiatives can and do work. Our goal for the next ten years to come is to keep amplifying this message aided by our past winners, ACES Institute and more ACES Summits,” concludes the dynamic Chief Executive.

Source: MORS Group 

http://mrem.bernama.com/viewsm.php?idm=47618

ACTIONING ESG IN AN ERA OF UNCERTAINTY AND TRANSFORMATION

 

Thumbs up to a successful summit… from left: Luis Bueno Nieto, Advisor, ACES Council, Shanggari B., CEO, MORS Group, Dr. Jayanthi Desan, Managing Partner, Aubrens, Eric Roberto M. Luchangco, Chief Sustainability Officer, Head of Strategy and Finance, Chief Finance Officer, Bank of the Philippine Islands, Laura Canas da Costa, Senior Global Policy Expert at United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI), Marla Garin -Alvarez, Vice President & Head, Sustainability Office, Compliance Group, BDO Unibank and Niko Safavi, CEO & President Director, PT Mowilex

Stand first: The inaugural ACES Summit 2023 provides a unique platform for delegates to advance transformative actions and achieve an equitable, resilient and sustainable future for business and generations to come

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 23 (Bernama) -- Major transformation in the areas of climate, food and circularity needs to happen in order to address environmental, social and governance (ESG) in an era of uncertainty now.

ACES Council member Dr Jayanthi Desan said actioning on ESG should be based on the multiple challenges in 2024 including slowing macro-economic growth and geopolitical effects.

“In climate we have been on this journey for multiple years and now is the time that investments need to be made to drive down decarbonise technologies to companies committing to scope 1 and 2 emissions.

“In the area of food, clearly it needs healthy, sustainable and economically viable food systems and we are very far from that. How to create the right investments towards that?” said Jayanthi in her keynote address at the inaugural ACES Summit 2023.

Jayanthi who is also Managing Partner of Aubrens, said that the third area, circularity, which needs addressing, is a key strategy to embrace as a concept namely sustainable supply chain, material, design new material that uses less resources and energy.

“If we do that, we can make a difference on all areas. We are optimistic to meet the moment, in fact, each one of you are creating the moment.

“We can actually make a progress. It’s our responsibility as leaders of our organisations and our planet to make a difference whilst we still have time and I look forward to our discussions today that will delve further into the solutions we are seeking,” she added.

http://mrem.bernama.com/viewsm.php?idm=47609

Steeped In Culture: Liubao Tea Tasting Competition Drew 541 Samples

 

Caption: Global Liubao Tea Tasting Competition was held in Wuzhou.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 22 (Bernama) -- The Global Liubao Tea Tasting Competition held in Wuzhou, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, attracted a total of 541 samples participating in the contest.

A large number of tea companies and enthusiasts from China competed, while international participants from countries like Malaysia, Vietnam and Singapore also fielded their precious Liubao tea.

The samples were divided into 14 groups, and after judging and rating by a team of domestic and international tea experts and Liubao tea collectors, a corps of 55 seven-star "kings of tea" were chosen.

Liubao Tea Association of Malaysia President, Guo Junbang, one of the judges on the Modern Processing Technique Panel of the final of this year's tea competition said: “This tea competition plays a huge role conducive to the advancement of the Liubao tea industry, and I hope that the competition will continue to be hosted.

“Liubao tea culture has integrated into the daily life of Malaysians, and Liubao tea is often our drink of choice when we eat or enjoy afternoon tea”.

According to Wuzhou Tea Industry Development Service Center in a statement, Liubao tea originates from Liubao Town in Wuzhou of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.

During the reign of the Jiaqing Emperor of the Qing Dynasty, Liubao tea was acclaimed for its "areca nut scent" characterised by "redness, richness, purity and aged aroma", it emerged as one of China's top teas and its consumption swept across the land.

The thirst-quenching, stomach-nourishing and other healthy properties of Liubao tea, as well as its long shelf life, made it a favourite among overseas Chinese, hence its eventual rise in popularity among tea-drinkers in countries such as Malaysia and Singapore.

Research results from a health and nutritional study conducted by a team led by the Academician of Chinese Academy of Engineering and Professor at Hunan Agricultural University Liu Zhonghua explain the functionality and scientific mechanisms behind numerous benefits associated with Liubao tea.

The benefits include fat and weight reduction, blood sugar reduction, uric acid suppression, liver health, intestines and stomach coordination, anti-aging and anti-inflammatory functions, protection against radiation, as well as immunity improvement, among others.

-- BERNAMA

TDCX Q3 PROFIT RISES TO US$23.2 MLN

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 22 (Bernama) -- TDCX Inc, an award-winning digital customer experience (CX) solutions provider profit surged to US$23.2 million in the third quarter (Q3) ended Sept 30, 2023, from US$22.7 million in the corresponding quarter last year, primarily driven by cost optimisation efforts, lower tax and higher interest income. (US$1=RM4.66)

In a statement, TDCX said however, its total revenue dropped 5.4 per cent to US$119.8 million from US$126.6 million previously.

The revenue was primarily driven by a decrease in revenue from content, trust and safety services; omnichannel CX solutions services rendered partially offset by an increase in revenue from sales and digital marketing services.

Its Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Laurent Junique said this quarter, the company welcomed new clients including a global airline based out of Asia and one of the world’s most popular mobile messaging apps, which are testament to the sector expertise it has built in travel and hospitality as well as social media platforms.

“We are also seeing results from our efforts to diversify our client base. Our revenue from clients outside the top five has increased 51 per cent year-on-year.

“I am confident that the steps we have taken to enhance our value to our clients and to increase our efficiency will position us strongly for the long term,” he said.

Among the third quarter business highlights, TDCX recorded strong client growth, with client count up 31 per cent year-on-year (YoY), bringing total client count to 94 as of Sept 30 compared with 72, same period last year.

The company has also improved revenue diversification in which revenue from clients outside the top five rose 51 per cent YoY, while revenue mix from top five clients lowered to 71 per cent in third quarter this year, from 82 per cent in the same quarter, last year.

Headquartered in Singapore, TDCX provides transformative digital CX solutions, enabling world-leading and disruptive brands to acquire new customers, build customer loyalty and protect their online communities.

-- BERNAMA

LAUNCH OF "SUSTAINABLE SUSTAINABILITY" - A PLAYBOOK ON MARRYING PROFIT AND PURPOSE

How to address today’s environmental and social challenges with steward leadership

 
SINGAPORE, Nov 22 (Bernama) -- Stewardship Asia Centre (SAC) is pleased to announce that “Sustainable Sustainability: Why ESG Is Not Enough,” published by Penguin Random House, will be available for purchase from 21 November 2023.

Authored by SAC’s chief executive officer and Wall Street Journal and Amazon bestselling author Rajeev Peshawaria, the book discusses the limitations of ESG, a framework largely based on rules, incentives, reporting and measurement. It emphasises the need for steward leadership to create a win-win-win future for stakeholders, society, and the environment and offers a practical, step-by-step playbook for any commercial entity that wants to succeed at marrying profit and purpose.

The print edition will be available on Amazon Singapore on 21 November 2023, and the e- book will be available globally on 28 November 2023. The global print edition is slated for late January 2024.

“To address today’s existential challenges, we need innovation of the highest order, and innovation can neither be legislated nor driven by extrinsic incentives alone,” said Mr Peshawaria. “We need a values-driven revolution with steward leadership at the core to drive a win-win-win future for stakeholders, society and the environment.”

The book has received advance praise. “Sustainable Sustainability is a must-read for anyone interested in turning a vision into meaningful action. Rajeev provides a compelling argument for genuine stewardship and offers practical steps for businesses. The recommendations are backed by extensive research and inspiring real-world examples—making it all real,” said Ahmed Mazhari, President of Microsoft Asia.

Paul Polman, the former CEO of Unilever and the author of Net Positive, said, “This is not a crisis of climate change, inequality, or food security. Many will argue that this is a crisis of greed, apathy, and selfishness. Sustainable Sustainability shines a light, with some practical examples, on what it takes to be a leader in today’s world.”
 
More details can be found at https://www.sustainable-sustainability.com/.

About Stewardship Asia Centre (SAC)

SAC is a non-profit organisation established by Temasek Holdings, dedicated to helping business and government leaders, investors, and individuals activate stewardship practices through research, executive education and engagement. We define stewardship as creating value by integrating the needs of stakeholders, society, future generations and the environment.

SOURCE: Flame Communication

http://mrem.bernama.com/viewsm.php?idm=47585 

RSPO MARKS TWO DECADES OF IMPACT, REAFFIRMS PARTNERSHIPS FOR NEXT 20

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 22 (Bernama) -- The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) marked a special milestone at its Annual Roundtable conference (RT2023), to reflect on nearly two decades of impact made possible via the collaborative efforts of its members and partners.

Themed “Partners for the Next 20”, the RT2023 presented an opportunity to take unified action on the core challenges facing the sustainable palm oil industry, including mitigating climate change, increasing uptake of certified sustainable palm oil (CSPO), and protecting labour rights.

RSPO Chief Executive Officer, Joseph D’Cruz in his opening remarks said through nearly two decades of voluntary action, its members have banded together to raise the bars of sustainability within the industry.

“The impact we have collectively achieved is increasingly being acknowledged by stakeholders outside our industry, and we are seeing a definite shift in the sustainable palm oil narrative in our favour,” he added.

In a statement, RSPO highlighted its key achievements over the last two decades, including the increase in global certified area from just 125,000 hectares in 2008 to 4.9 million hectares across 23 countries this year.

The CSPO supply reached a new milestone at 15.4 million metric tonnes, while RSPO Trademark licences have increased significantly to more than 1,600 licences in over 100 countries and territories, with growth seen in China, Japan and Southeast Asia, signalling significant opportunities in these markets.

In addition, the RSPO Smallholder Support Fund (RSSF) has provided US$4.2 million in funding to support 44,203 farmers in 12 countries since 2013. (US$1=RM4.66)

Charting new territory, RSPO’s Certification, Trade and Traceability System (CTTS), launched last month with the formation of the tripartite consortium of global agri-tech experts, exemplifies how the organisation is advancing and digitising its tracking and traceability systems into an end-to-end digital infrastructure.

For nearly 20 years, the RSPO has facilitated global change to make the production and consumption of palm oil sustainable, with 200 members from 16 countries in 2004, and now grown more than 5,700 members in over 100 countries and territories globally.

-- BERNAMA

SINGAPORE'S NOZAMA TEAM EMERGES CHAMPION IN HUAWEI DEVELOPER COMPETITION 2023 UNDER ASIA PACIFIC REGION CATEGORY

 

DONGGUAN, China, Nov 20 (Bernama) -- The 2023 edition of the Huawei Developer Competition, which attracted more than 19,000 developers and 3,000 teams from more than 30 countries and regions, came to its finale on November 19, 2023.

Themed "Spark Infinity", the event’s Finals and Awards Ceremony were wrapped up successfully at Huawei's Songshan Lake in Dongguan, Guangdong province, China.

For Asia Pacific, the five-month long competition, which focus on cloud foundation segment, attracted 136 teams from 12 countries and regions with a 116 entries submitted.

After rigorous selection, three teams from Singapore successfully made it to the Top 9 in the Huawei Developer Competition Asia-Pacific Region segment, while the rest were from Malaysia (two teams) and one apiece from Hong Kong, China, Indonesia, Thailand and the Philippines.

The nine teams pitched their solutions at the final round held in Songshan Lake.

Kang Ning, President of Huawei Cloud Ecosystem, said in his speech: "The global digital economy is thriving, with foundational models emerging that are reshaping the industry. Developers, who are at the heart of this ecosystem, are also experiencing unprecedented opportunities. Huawei stands ready to collaborate with developers to explore the realms of multi-architecture computing, AI, and cloud native technologies, paving the way for a digital future." 

http://mrem.bernama.com/viewsm.php?idm=47567

FREEHAND SKETCHING WORKSHOP IN RIZHAO TO FUEL RURAL REVITALISATION

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- The Donghanjia Village Freehand Sketching Workshop in Rizhao Economic and Technical Development Zone was recognised as a "model project" for fostering collaboration between villages and enterprises and driving rural revitalisation.

Held recently at the "Enterprises Boosting the Development of Villages" conference in Rizhao, China’s Shandong Province, the workshop serves as a platform for villagers to acquire basic skills, while some have even mastered the art of creating their own works.

As a significant cultural and creative project, the workshop plays a pivotal role in fostering community collaboration, developing local economies, and exploring cultural development, according to Party Group of Rizhao Economic and Technical Development Zone in a statement.

Over the course of six months, the project successfully trained 56 women without prior painting experience in various techniques, including intricate style painting, freehand brushwork, colour painting, and farmer painting.

This initiative not only created employment opportunities for women in the village and surrounding areas, but also contributed to the growth of the freehand sketching industry.

Currently, the workshop is receiving a continuous influx of orders and it has successfully integrated resources and accumulated vast experience in developing a wide range of freehand sketching products.

The trainees have transformed into exceptional painters and are now competing with one another, whereby the village's intangible cultural heritage freehand sketching project recently received the "Award of Excellence" in the start-up group of the fifth Shandong Women's Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition.

This achievement has injected fresh energy into the development of intangible cultural heritage within the village, as cultural revitalisation plays a vital role in the overall rural revitalisation.

The project aims to merge study tours, community charity activities, and cultural creative products, while emphasising the aspects of inheritance, development, and utilisation.

By doing so, it endeavours to revive the contemporary allure of intangible cultural heritage and enhance the image of local rural revitalisation.

-- BERNAMA

OPEN Health Unites Patient Engagement Experts To Build Patient-First Solutions

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- OPEN Health is bringing together experts in strategic patient innovation and engagement, deepening the organisation's existing commitment to building patient-first solutions.

“I am excited to bring together our global experts to focus on engagement with patients, caregivers, community leaders, and advocacy groups. Together, we will use the patient voice to improve life-changing treatments across the globe,” said OPEN Health Patient Engagement President, Cherie Myatt in a statement.

Meanwhile, its Chief Medical Officer, Dr Annemarie Clegg said: “By working as one, united team, we can better leverage our respective talents and methodologies to unlock patient engagement opportunities across the product life cycle and drive more effective engagement solutions.”

The organisation is combining the strength, expertise, and proven track record of the Px Group, a division of the CM Group which was acquired in 2022, and its own patient engagement team into a unified global patient communications, patient research and creative patient engagement partner.

The combined team will be led by Myatt who is also CM Group co-founder; alongside Senior Vice President, Alexandra Dubois; Registered Health Psychologist and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Dr Sumira Riaz; and Patient Centricity Global Lead, Gavin Jones.

Collaborating with more than 1,300 global OPEN Health experts, the Patient Engagement team provides a wide range of solutions to address specific challenges for clients.

Its full suite of solutions includes strategy, insights & market research; health psychology & behavioural science; patient content & storytelling; as well as Patient Engager programmes and advocacy engagement.

OPEN Health is a preeminent global provider of consulting, Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) and market access, patient engagement, and scientific and creative communications services.

-- BERNAMA

ASTRAZENECA UNVEILS HEALTH-TECH BUSINESS REVOLUTIONISING LIFE SCIENCES SECTOR

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- AstraZeneca, a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company has launched a health-tech business, Evinova, to accelerate innovation across the life sciences sector, the delivery of clinical trials and better health outcomes.

According to AstraZeneca in a statement, Evinova is set to be a leading provider of digital health solutions to better meet the needs of healthcare professionals, regulators and patients.

“We believe Evinova’s combination of scientific expertise and track record in developing AI-enabled digital technologies at scale, provides a real opportunity to fundamentally improve patient care, drive healthcare transformation and reduce carbon emissions,” said AstraZeneca Chief Executive Officer, Pascal Soriot.

Meanwhile, Evinova President, Cristina Duran said: “We are excited to bring the portfolio of globally-scaled digital solutions developed to serve AstraZeneca’s drug development pipeline to the wider life sciences community.”

With long-term backing from AstraZeneca and strategic collaborations with Parexel and Fortrea, Evinova offers globally-scaled digital products and services to the life sciences and healthcare sector.

Evinova will prioritise bringing to market established and scaled digital technology solutions already being used globally by AstraZeneca to optimise clinical trial design and delivery, thus will minimise the time and cost of developing new medicines, bring care closer to home for patients and reduce the burden on health systems.

In addition, Evinova will also pursue opportunities in digital remote patient monitoring and digital therapeutics with a pipeline of digital innovations in these areas.

Evinova will combine clinical and regulatory experience gained at AstraZeneca with its deep expertise in digital technology spanning strategy and development, digital product development, data science and artificial intelligence (AI), user experience design and behavioural science.

-- BERNAMA

WOLTERS KLUWER NEXT-GENERATION PLATFORM STREAMLINES TAX, LEGAL RESEARCH

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 20 (Bernama) -- Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting (TAA) Asia Pacific (APAC), has launched CCH iKnowConnect, a cloud-based platform that provides a 360-degree view of legislation, streamlining the research process for tax and legal professionals.

In a statement, the company said with continued investments in transformative innovation and advanced technologies, CCH iKnowConnect is a unified state-of-the-art platform experience changing the way professionals work.

Wolters Kluwer TAA APAC Managing Director, Izzy Silva said: “CCH iKnowConnect provides relevant, in-depth research and tools through the simplicity of an intuitive and predictive search experience.

“This next-generation platform delivers tax and legal research and content supported by the expertise of the Wolters Kluwer in-house editorial team, providing necessary assurance that every piece of information has undergone rigorous scrutiny and verification.”

CCH iKnowConnect’s intuitive interface provides advanced search functionality with tailored suggestions that accelerate the content discovery process and the return of accurate results allowing users to obtain the information they need quickly and with surety.

The 360-degree view of legislation is an innovative feature which allows professionals to delve deeply into legal texts, resulting in a comprehensive view of the regulatory landscape by providing users direct access to commentary, cases, and specific details related to various forms of legislation.

The platform also categorises content according to practice areas, hence tax and legal professionals can access the full spectrum of the company coverage on any subject area more efficiently. Professionals working internationally can also access content from other jurisdictions all within the same research platform.

Digital content is published frequently, often with daily updates ensuring tax and legal professionals stay informed regarding the latest news and developments as they happen.

-- BERNAMA

SMART CITY EXPO DOHA 2023 HIGHLIGHTS ON SUSTAINABLE URBAN DEVELOPMENT

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- The Qatari capital will host the third edition of the region's leading urban innovation event from Nov 29 to 30, which will be held within the International Horticulture Exhibition of Qatar, at Al-Bidda Park.

Under the motto "A World of Data: Connecting People, Elevating Lives", Smart City Expo Doha (SCE Doha) will lead the debate on sustainable urban development and the importance of data in building smarter, more liveable cities.

Organised by the Qatar Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), SCE Doha is an event of Smart City Expo World Congress and Fira Barcelona International, featuring more than 70 speakers, over 100 countries represented and 40 companies and organisations.

The centrepiece of SCE Doha will be a conference featuring more than 70 experts, including Urban AI founder and Chief Executive Officer and Columbia University Community Scholar Professor, Renée Cummings; Government of Estonia Chief Data Officer, Ott Velsberg; and Strategy Advisor & International Smart City Ambassador in Netherlands, Frans-Anton Vermast.

These speakers will share their vision on four main themes, namely, Green Urban Environments, Digital Governance, Cognitive Cities, and Liveable Places, according to a statement.

Meanwhile, the 40 companies, partners and sponsors will present their new products and solutions in the field of urban innovation, both at the congress and in the networking space that will foster commercial relations, professional contacts and business opportunities between participating companies and visitors.

Smart City Expo Doha is part of the internationalisation strategy of Smart City Expo World Congress, the world's leading exhibition on smart cities and urban solutions organised annually by Fira de Barcelona, which held its 13th edition last November.

Along these lines, foreign editions have been held in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, the United States, Mexico and China, this year.

-- BERNAMA

VESTA, STRIPE ALLIANCE SAFEGUARDS BUSINESSES FROM FRAUDULENT TRANSACTIONS

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- Vesta has announced a partnership with Stripe, a financial infrastructure platform for businesses, to enable a comprehensive fraud prevention and risk protection solution that indemnifies merchants from losses from fraudulent transactions.

“Vesta and Stripe share a goal of making online transactions as simple and worry-free as possible, and collaborating with Stripe allows Vesta to directly reach more merchants with what we love to do, help them grow revenue and eliminate the losses from fraud,” said Vesta Chief Executive Officer, Ron Hynes.

Under the partnership, Vesta Payment Guarantee, which provides 100 per cent indemnification from fraudulent chargebacks, will incorporate Stripe Radar risk scores to offer a comprehensive fraud and revenue protection option to increase transaction approval rates and thwart first-party and third-party chargebacks.

According to a statement, this is particularly attractive to merchants who are at-risk due to high fraud or excessive disputes, and they can access Vesta Payment Guarantee on Stripe App Marketplace in the first half of  2024.

Second, Vesta will integrate Stripe Connect, which lets businesses facilitate purchases and payments between third-party buyers and sellers, in which Vesta merchants and their customers will have a holistic solution that mitigates fraud and risk while processing payments quickly and securely.

A global transaction guarantee platform delivering unparalleled approval rates and a frictionless customer experience while eliminating chargebacks and other forms of digital fraud, Vesta brings a deep understanding of the world’s most serious threats and challenging markets.

-- BERNAMA

MCO IS ASIA MATTERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES AND FINTECH EXPORTER OF THE YEAR

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- Global risk and compliance technology provider MyComplianceOffice (MCO) has been named Financial Services and Fintech Exporter of the Year by Asia Matters at an awards ceremony held on Nov 15 in Dublin, Ireland.

“We are delighted to be recognised for our work driving partnership and growth between Ireland and the Asia Pacific region and for our efforts to help firms across APAC ensure efficient compliance with regulatory requirements.

“This award is a reminder of our shared commitment to promoting trade,” said MCO Chief Executive Officer, Brian Fahey in a statement.

Meanwhile, its APAC Director, Kelly-Ann McHugh said: “We are proud of the partnering work that the MCO team does in Ireland, Asia Pacific and across the globe to help firms transform compliance across the region.

“This win highlights our commitment to providing firms with innovative and purpose-built solutions to effectively manage regulatory and compliance needs,” she said.

Ireland’s only Asia-focused think tank, Asia Matters is focused on building business links between Asia, the European Union and Ireland.

Sponsored by IDA Ireland and Enterprise Ireland, the Asia Matters Business Awards recognise Irish companies with a strategic focus on Asia and Asian companies making significant investment in Ireland.

Entries are judged on criteria including an innovative and well executed Asia-specific strategic approach with clear business results referencing key contributing factors such as strengths in branding & communications, new product design, strategic partnership, legal & regulatory, sustainability and manufacturing & distribution.

MCO’s growth and sustained results in the Asia Pacific are supported by a team of local experts who provide in-region customer support, implementation and industry expertise.

-- BERNAMA

AI-MEDIA TO SHOWCASE CUTTING-EDGE CAPTIONING TECH AT GLOBAL MEDIA CONGRESS

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, Nov 14 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Global Media Congress is scheduled to take place in Abu Dhabi, UAE, from November 14 to 16, 2023, following its successful 2022 edition. This year, AI-Media,  will play a central role as the live caption and translation provider, offering advanced solutions to enhance the live event experience.

In today's world, events like the Global Media Congress provide a valuable platform for media professionals to connect, discover trends, and collaborate. Ensuring that the content reaches a diverse, international audience is crucial, and AI-Media's technology is making this more achievable than ever.

James Ward, Chief Sales Officer, AI-Media, commented about the event:

“I am thrilled to see AI-Media's innovative captioning and translation solutions take centre stage at the Global Media Congress. Our technology is not just a game-changer; it's a bridge-builder, enabling diverse audiences to connect seamlessly and engage in a global conversation. We're proud to contribute to making events like this more accessible, inclusive, and internationally connected."

AI-Media's Innovative Solution Features:

· Remote Translation to 5 UN Languages: AI-Media's technology can seamlessly translate content from English into five United Nations languages: Arabic, French, Russian, Chinese, and Spanish. This capability eliminates language barriers and promotes inclusivity.

· Audio Translation on the Same Stream: In addition to text translation, AI-Media offers real-time audio translation, allowing attendees to listen to content in their preferred language, enhancing engagement.

· Accessibility for All: In-venue attendees can access live translated content from their own smartphones or web devices through the event app. This simple solution makes events more accessible and engaging for all participants.

Expanding Reach and Enhancing Satisfaction:

AI-Media's captioning and translation technology goes beyond convenience; it broadens the reach of events and broadcasts. Offering multilingual content and real-time translation can significantly increase global reach and satisfaction levels, creating more immersive experiences for all.

AI-Media's LEXI captioning and translation solutions are at the forefront of making events like the Global Media Congress more accessible, inclusive, and globally connected. By overcoming language barriers, AI-Media facilitates cultural exchange and shared knowledge.

For inquiries about how AI-Media can enhance your next event or broadcast with inclusive, multilingual content, visit AI-MEDIA.TV 

http://mrem.bernama.com/viewsm.php?idm=47497

Hytera Communications Concludes Participation In 8th MCX Plugtests

 

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Hytera Communications, a professional communications technologies and solutions global provider, has participated in the 8th MCX Plugtests organised by The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) at the University of Malaga, Spain from Oct 9 to 13.

Hytera brought a complete solution of Mission Critical (MCX) application server (AS), MCX Client, and 5G user equipment (UE) and participated in validating the interoperability of a variety of implementations in different scenarios based on 3GPP Mission Critical Services (MCS).

According to a statement, following the ETSI guidelines for interoperability, the MCX Plugtests Test Plan was developed to aid operators and industry customers in deploying new mission critical products more efficiently. 

The capabilities of Mission Critical Push to Talk (MCPTT), Mission Critical Data (MCData), and Mission Critical Video (MCVideo), collectively known as MCX services or MCS were tested during these Plugtests, while this year's tests expanded to include testing MCS on 5G networks, in addition to previous tests on 4G networks.

During the Malaga Plugtests, Hytera validated the interoperability of the MCS solution with 14 other vendors. In the 5G network test scenario, Hytera participated with its 5G XSecure Rugged Device PNC560, making it the sole vendor bringing a complete solution of MCX AS, MCX Client, and 5G UE.

This year's Plugtests witnessed a substantial increase in the number of vendors and observers, whereby the one-week event brought together approximately 40 vendors and nearly 200 registered participants, which included 20 representatives from European and American governments, operators and emergency bodies. 

Over the course of the week, individuals evaluated more than 360 different MCX and Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) test scenarios at the University of Malaga's facilities.

Since its participation in the first MCX Plugtests in 2017, Hytera has kept investing in the end-to-end MCS solution and become one of the few vendors that provide a holistic MCS solution, including LTE infrastructure, network management system, visualised dispatching system, MCS AS, MCS Client and MCS devices.

-- BERNAMA

VISION SPACE OPTOMETRIST 'EYES' SLOWER MYOPIA PROGRESSION IN OVER 400 KIDS, THANKS TO ORTHO-K

 

Woon Pak Seong, Director and Optometrist of Vision Space Optometrist says Ortho-K is suitable for both myopia management as well as those who seek active lifestyles without glasses or contact lenses. 

PETALING JAYA, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- Vision Space Optometrist, the preferred Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) provider with certified children myopia (shortsightedness) management experts, is looking forward to seeing slower progression in the over 400 Ortho-K kids they are managing.  They cautioned that the prevalence of children experiencing increments of more than 1.00D in myopia a year is growing; and this is cause for concern in children’s eye health.  According to a study published during the pandemic, its 10-year analysis highlighted that from 2010 to 2020 the prevalence of myopia increased 9.75% from 40.90% to 50.65%. The greatest increment was seen from 2019 (pre-COVID) to 2020 (COVID) contributing 1.25% of the total increment. This could be attributed to the increased use of devices due to online learning and gaming, lack of outdoor activities, and other environmental factors.

 

According to Woon Pak Seong, Director and Optometrist of Vision Space Optometrist, “A normal progression of myopia would be zero to <-0.50 D a year. Any increment from <-0.75 D is considered high increase in myopia and parents should take immediate measures to slow down shortsightedness.” He added, “We are very fortunate because the FDA-approved Ortho-K technology is now available, and this is an effective treatment to slow down myopia progression. Ortho-K is a non-surgical method for correcting myopia by wearing specially designed gas-permeable contact lenses overnight. These lenses temporarily reshape the cornea, allowing for clear vision during the day without the need for glasses or contact lenses.”

 
It is important that Ortho-K be fitted by a qualified optometrist as the lenses are custom-made based on the unique eye shape and prescription. Eye care professionals can take precise measurements and design the lenses to provide optimal myopia control and vision correction.
 
“Here at Vision Space Optometrist, we first provide a comprehensive eye examination to determine if the candidate is suitable for Ortho-K. Then, our eye care professionals will evaluate the candidate’s eye health, prescription, and other factors to ensure that Ortho-K is the right option,” Woon emphasized. “We also ensure that the lenses fit correctly and provide guidance on lens care and maintenance, and follow-up with regular appointments to monitor progress and to adjust as needed.”
 
To find out more about Ortho-K, please visit www.visionspace.com.my or call +60173993371. 

Issued on behalf of : Vision Space Sdn Bhd
 

SOURCE : ArenaMedia PLT
 

Media enquiries :
Name: Choy Su-Ling
Tel: +60122181696
Email: choysuling@arenamediacorp.com

--BERNAMA

BIG DATAWORKS (BDW) SETS THE PATH FOR TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION IN MALAYSIA'S FINTECH LANDSCAPE

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Big Dataworks Sdn Bhd (BDW) is a key player in Malaysia’s tech landscape, appointed as the service provider for Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM) since 2016 under the brand “MYDATA-SSM”. With over 570,000 users, it is Malaysia’s leading source of corporate information, facilitating critical business functions. In 2017, BDW received the Malaysia Book of Records Award for its outstanding implementation of Digital Certified True Copy (CTC) in MYDATA-SSM, solidifying its pioneering position in the industry. BDW serves diverse sectors, including public, government, GLCs, and the private sector, emphasizing its crucial role in Malaysia’s digital evolution and the market trends towards digital transformation and data utilization.

BDW’s Fintech Digital Forum 2023, themed ‘Empowering Others - Inspiring Innovation’, took place on November 15th at the Eastin Hotel. Conceptualized as MYDATA Airways: Flying High, the event symbolized progress, exploration, and reaching new heights. The forum, featuring three sessions - a sharing session, the ‘Aeroclient of the Year’ award, and a collaboration agreement - united 150 key industry players from 28 Malaysian fintech companies, driving the country’s financial technology advancement. Set against a backdrop of robust government support, Malaysia had established itself as a vibrant regional fintech hub, as emphasized by the forum’s discussions on ‘Digitalisation of Financial Services: A Fintech Revolution in Malaysia – Leveraging Data Sharing for Innovation’.
 
The recent Fintech Digital Forum highlighted the MYDATA API Digital Journey, a focal point during the event’s sharing session. This journey seamlessly integrates with MYDATA-SSM, automating processes and amplifying operational insights. MYDATA-SSM’s services offer crucial corporate information, including company and business profiles, facilitating effortless data extraction from SSM. This integration has forged successful partnerships with prominent Malaysian Financial Technology leaders, including Touch ‘n Go Digital, Boost, MYEG, Ifcon Technology, CTOS, and Experian – all recognized as the ‘Aeroclient of the Year’.

“Our partnership with MYDATA-SSM since 2017 has been transformative,” noted Su Shin Cheow, Chief Technology Officer at Puncak Tegap Sdn Bhd. “The MYDATA API has revolutionized our data extraction process, ensuring efficiency and precision in managing SSM documents, enhancing overall workflow and productivity”.
 
MYDATA+ stands as BDW’s latest innovation, offering entrepreneurs a comprehensive suite of digital solutions, including CoSec digital, SaaS, KYB, XBRL submission, and Open API. MYDATA+ launches MYDATA+ Passwordless, revolutionizing the authentication experience. Developed in collaboration with FNSValue Malaysia Sdn Bhd, this feature integrates QR code, OTP, and TOTP options, ensuring secure and user-friendly access without traditional passwords. It reflects BDW’s commitment to transforming data utilization, fostering business growth, and simplifying the digital experience.
 
“We are thrilled to collaborate with Big Dataworks in introducing the revolutionary Blockchain Secure Authentication (BSA) feature of passwordless blockchain multifactor authentication or MFA,” said Thaib Mustafa, Director and CEO, FNSValue Malaysia. He added, “This collaboration represents a significant leap forward in simplifying and securing user digital experience, amplifying business efficiency and ensuring seamless secure access to critical data”. MYDATA+ Passwordless, incorporating blockchain verification, ensures not only enhanced safety and security but also a streamlined user experience, scalability, flexibility, and more.
 
By implementing MYDATA+ Passwordless within the MYDATA ecosystem, clients can anticipate swift access to essential corporate information, enabling efficient data extraction and management. With its emphasis on advanced security measures such as blockchain verification and simplified authentication methods, MYDATA+ ushers in a new era of efficiency and convenience, allowing businesses to focus more on growth and innovation. Malaysian companies across diverse sectors, including e-government services, financial institutions, education, fintech, and others, are invited to embrace this new era by seamlessly integrating these cutting-edge services into their operations.
 
BDW stands as a frontrunner in Malaysia’s tech landscape, continuously driving innovation and digital transformation. Committed to empowering the business community, BDW aspires to unlock their potential by advocating for the adoption of digitalization and efficient data utilization. With a strong emphasis on harnessing the power of data for comprehensive business solutions, the successful integration of MYDATA API and MYDATA+ Passwordless underscores BDW’s commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and security in the digital business sphere. As Malaysia’s tech industry continues to thrive, BDW remains committed to driving innovation and digital transformation, ensuring its pivotal role in shaping the country’s digital future.
 
About Big Dataworks
 
Established in 2011, Big Dataworks Sdn Bhd (BDW) is an innovative tech company specializing in Digital Solutions, particularly in Business Information Services. The company aims to provide business communities with the opportunity to unlock their potential by embracing digitalization and maximizing data utilization. In 2016, BDW was appointed by Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia as its technology and service provider, operating under the brand name “MYDATA-SSM”. The platform seamlessly provides access to an extensive collection of SSM documents for essential business functions such as authority submission, due diligence, onboarding registration. Continuing to evolve in the dynamic tech landscape, BDW offers an extensive array of services, expanding its scope to a broader audience. MYDATA+ serves as a digital business solution platform, showcasing the transformative benefits for businesses. Its offerings include CoSec digital, Passwordless authentication, SaaS, Know Your Business (KYB), XBRL submission, and Open API. To learn more visit www.mydata-ssm.com.my and www.mydataplus.com.my.

Stay tuned for more updates from Big Dataworks Sdn Bhd and the MYDATA+ initiative as the digital transformation journey continues to unfold.

SOURCE: Big Dataworks Sdn Bhd (BDW)
 
--BERNAMA