Why Malaysian MSMEs Need imSME, Powered by CGC Digital

Securing financing as an MSME owner can be challenging. Lengthy processes, complex requirements, and repeated rejections are often the norm. And that’s exactly the gap imSME, powered by CGC Digital, is designed to address.   As a digital subsidiary of CGC Malaysia, CGC Digital plays a critical role…

Where Your Zakat Goes: Transparency, Trust, and Impact

What does accountable zakat look like in practice? Lembaga Zakat Selangor’s CEO, Mohd Khaidzir bin Shahari, discusses how transparent reporting, direct engagement, and structured distribution are turning contributions into measurable community impact.

Taylor’s University Ranked Top 30 in Asia

Taylor’s University continues on its upward trajectory. In the latest QS Asia University Rankings 2026, Taylor’s ranked Top 30 in the region. But what is driving them to go from strength to strength? In this episode, we speak to Professor Barry Winn, Vice-Chancellor & President of Taylor’s Universi…

The Premium Emirates Experience

For close to three decades, Emirates has elevated the travel experience between Dubai and Kuala Lumpur, both in the air and on the ground. Recently, the airline debuted its Premium Economy cabin on the newly retrofitted Boeing 777 serving the KL-Dubai route. We speak to Saeed Mubarak, Emirates Cou…

Malaysian Businesses, You Can Be Your Own Power Plant

The new RP4 tariff brings more than just changes — it reshapes how businesses manage electricity consumption. With network and capacity charges in place that may drive energy costs higher, companies face a crucial question: should they sacrifice operations to cut energy bills and risk productivity …

Cash Flow Mastery: Ending the Daily Juggle

ESG is often seen as a concern only for large corporations, but it's a powerful and often-overlooked tool for SMEs. Hazlinda Abdul Hamid, Head SME Banking of Maybank, reveals why strong Social and Governance practices are more than just good ethics, but also about strengthening your business profi…

Why is Succession Planning Incredibly Important?

There is a common misconception that the concept of succession planning is only relevant to the wealthiest of families or the biggest of corporations. However, that couldn't be further from the truth. In fact, succession planning is essential for organizations and families of all sizes, as it ensur…

Digitalisation & Business

Many businesses invest in digital tools, but how do you ensure they deliver real value instead of just becoming another expense? It’s time to identify and apply smart solutions to, simplify and scale up your business. Hazlinda Abdul Hamid, Head SME Banking of Maybank, explains how to integrat…

Quick Tips on How to Save For Retirement

Everybody knows that we should be saving up for retirement. However, planning for retirement is far from simple, particularly when day-to-day needs and urgent priorities often take center stage. Economic uncertainty, coupled with the rising cost of living and doing business, only adds to the challe…

The Scaling Up Playbook: Navigating the Pitfalls of Growth

Expansion is the goal for many businesses, but the path is filled with critical hurdles that can stop growth in its tracks. Hazlinda Abdul Hamid, Head SME Banking of Maybank, shares an essential playbook for navigating the next stage of your business journey. Learn to identify and overcome the com…