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  • Ascott Enhances Oakwood Malaysia Portfolio Through Strategic Golf-Front Project in Cameron Highlands

    The Ascott Limited (Ascott) has reinforced its presence in Malaysia’s highland hospitality sector with the opening of Oakwood Cameron Highlands, marking the Oakwood brand’s second property in the country. Owned by Armani Group and managed by Ascott, the 383-key serviced residence is strategically located in Tanah Rata, directly overlooking the fairways of the Sultan Ahmad Shah Golf Club. The launch reflects Ascott’s continued focus on Malaysia’s domestic leisure and extended-stay segments, particularly in established destinations such as Cameron Highlands.

    According to Mondi Mecja, Country General Manager of Ascott Malaysia, the expansion signals confidence in sustained demand for residential-style accommodation in key leisure markets. With its cool climate, established tourism appeal and golf-front vantage point, the property is positioned to meet evolving traveller expectations for spacious, flexible and lifestyle-oriented stays.

    Oakwood Cameron Highlands offers a diverse mix of Deluxe Rooms, Studios and Two-Bedroom Family Suites. Many units are equipped with full kitchens, washing machines and integrated workspaces, catering to multi-generational families, corporate retreats and golf-driven weekend travellers. Complementing the accommodation are lifestyle-focused facilities including Oakbistro, the all-day dining restaurant, and Oaklounge, which overlooks the golf course, creating an inviting setting for both leisure guests and business travellers.

    The property also features a gymnasium, 24-hour reception, on-site laundrette, complimentary WiFi and housekeeping services, delivering a comprehensive serviced residence experience within the highland destination. Its scale and residential configuration further strengthen Ascott’s footprint in Malaysia’s growing highland hospitality landscape.

    To celebrate its opening, Oakwood Cameron Highlands is introducing a limited-time launch offer with Deluxe Rooms starting from RM388+ per night, inclusive of daily breakfast for two. The promotion is available for bookings until 30 June 2026, valid for stays from 1 March to 30 September 2026.

    With this latest addition, Ascott continues to build a diversified portfolio that balances leisure, corporate and extended-stay demand, reinforcing its long-term commitment to Malaysia’s evolving tourism and hospitality sector.

  • Tune Talk Mencapai Pelancaran Teras ‘Cloud-Native’ Pertama di ASEAN, Mempercepat Pertumbuhan Pelanggan

    Tune Talk Mencapai Pelancaran Teras ‘Cloud-Native’ Pertama di ASEAN, Mempercepat Pertumbuhan Pelanggan

    Tune Talk mengukir sejarah apabila mengumumkan kejayaan penyempurnaan Fasa 1 Pemodenan Rangkaian Teras Awan di Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026 hasil kerjasama strategik bersama Nokia. Pencapaian ini menjadikan Tune Talk sebagai syarikat telekomunikasi pertama di ASEAN yang melaksanakan teknologi teras cloud-native termaju pada skala besar. Disiapkan sepenuhnya pada Januari 2026, Fasa 1 menandakan transformasi struktur terhadap cara rangkaian mudah alih direka dan dioperasikan, manakala Fasa 2 kini sedang berjalan bagi memperkukuh automasi, orkestrasi dan keupayaan rangkaian pintar.

    Dibangunkan berasaskan seni bina mikroperkhidmatan berasaskan kontena (containerized), teras cloud-native baharu ini menawarkan kebolehskalaan elastik, prestasi mampan serta kecerdasan masa nyata. Pendekatan ini bukan sahaja meningkatkan kestabilan dan konsistensi perkhidmatan, malah mengurangkan kerumitan operasi melalui automasi menyeluruh. Lebih signifikan, kebolehskalaan dapat ditingkatkan tanpa kenaikan kos yang berkadar — satu faktor penting dalam memastikan daya saing jangka panjang.

    Strategi berteraskan teknologi ini telah membuahkan hasil komersial yang ketara. Tune Talk merekodkan peningkatan pangkalan pelanggan daripada 0.95 juta pada tahun 2024 kepada 1.8 juta menjelang akhir 2025, dan kini berada di landasan tepat untuk mencapai 2.5 juta pelanggan menjelang pertengahan 2026. Menurut Pengasas Bersama dan CEO Tune Talk, Gurtaj Singh Padda, pemodenan ini bukan sekadar naik taraf sistem, tetapi satu tetapan semula menyeluruh terhadap operasi rangkaian mudah alih yang membolehkan pertumbuhan pesat serta inovasi perkhidmatan digital.

    Dalam masa yang sama, Tune Talk turut membangunkan keupayaan perayauan (roaming) dalaman sendiri bagi memperkukuh kemerdekaan rangkaiannya. Langkah ini memberi kawalan lebih besar terhadap ketersambungan antarabangsa, meningkatkan kualiti perkhidmatan pelanggan di luar negara serta membuka peluang inovasi rentas sempadan. Gabungan pelancaran teras awan pertama di ASEAN dan pembangunan infrastruktur perayauan proprietari ini meletakkan Tune Talk sebagai MNO digital yang bersedia untuk fasa pengembangan serantau seterusnya.

    Seiring dengan agenda transformasi digital Malaysia yang semakin rancak, kolaborasi antara Tune Talk dan Nokia membuktikan bahawa inovasi bertaraf global boleh lahir dari Asia Tenggara. Inisiatif ini bukan sahaja memperkukuh kedudukan Tune Talk dalam landskap telekomunikasi serantau, malah membuka lembaran baharu dalam evolusi rangkaian mudah alih cloud-native yang lebih pintar, mampan dan bersedia untuk masa hadapan.

  • Milieu Insight Survey of 3,000 Women Explores Safety and Confidence Across Six Southeast Asian Capital Cities

    Milieu Insight Survey of 3,000 Women Explores Safety and Confidence Across Six Southeast Asian Capital Cities

    Milieu Insight has released a comprehensive regional study surveying 3,000 women across six Southeast Asian capital cities — Singapore, Bangkok, Hanoi, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur and Manila — examining how safe women feel in daily life, the precautions they take, and how digital safety influences their participation at work and in public spaces. The findings reveal wide disparities across the region, highlighting both physical and digital vulnerabilities that shape women’s lived experiences.

    When measuring the proportion of women who feel “very safe” in their daily lives, Singapore ranked highest at 31%, followed by Hanoi (26%) and Jakarta (19%). Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur each recorded 9%, while Manila ranked lowest at 7%. However, perceived safety tells only part of the story. Across all six cities, large majorities of women reported modifying their routines due to safety concerns. In Kuala Lumpur, 82% of women have changed their behaviour — the highest in the region. Manila follows closely at 81%, with many avoiding certain hours or locations. Even in Singapore, 40% reported adjusting their routines, underscoring what researchers describe as a paradox: women may report feeling safe, yet still practice self-imposed restrictions.

    The study also highlights digital harassment as a growing crisis. In Hanoi, 61% of women experienced at least one form of online harassment in the past year, including stalking, doxxing and impersonation. Jakarta reported 48%, Kuala Lumpur 47%, Manila 44%, Bangkok 43% and Singapore 26%. The professional and psychological consequences are significant. Across cities, women reported limiting what they post online, withdrawing from networking opportunities and experiencing anxiety or sleep disturbances. In Hanoi, 42% have stopped participating in public discussions altogether. Up to 31% of respondents across the region said they have considered leaving social media entirely, raising concerns about long-term economic participation, entrepreneurship and leadership visibility.

    Workplace challenges further compound these issues. Women reporting no workplace problems ranged from 31% in Singapore to just 18% in Hanoi. In Jakarta, 52% cited a lack of flexible work arrangements, while 43% faced caregiving responsibilities and safety concerns related to commuting or working late. Hanoi showed similar patterns, with 56% reporting caregiving pressures. Pay discrimination remains an issue, highest in Hanoi (21%) and followed by Singapore (15%) and Jakarta (13%). Safety concerns also restrict career progression, with many women unable to work late due to fears around commuting.

    Institutional trust varies sharply across the region. Women who “strongly agree” that city infrastructure supports their safety ranged from 23% in Hanoi, Jakarta and Bangkok to just 9% in Manila. Trust in government decision-making reflecting women’s needs was highest in Hanoi (21%) and Singapore (16%), while distrust was most pronounced in Manila (23%) and Bangkok (17%). Low trust correlates with underreporting of harassment, as many women believe reporting incidents will not lead to meaningful action or fear retaliation.

    According to Cindy Pang, Southeast Asia CEO at Milieu Insight, many women feel “safe” because they have learned to avoid risk — but avoidance is not freedom. The study underscores the need for coordinated efforts by governments, employers and digital platforms to create environments where women can participate fully in society, build careers and raise families without fear or restriction.

  • HONOR and ARRI form a strategic technical partnership to integrate ARRI Image Science into next-generation consumer devices.

    HONOR and ARRI form a strategic technical partnership to integrate ARRI Image Science into next-generation consumer devices.

    Leading AI device ecosystem company HONOR has entered a strategic technical collaboration with ARRI, the world-renowned designer and maker of professional cinematic camera technology. This partnership represents a landmark effort to bring established cinematic imaging standards into the rapidly evolving mobile device space, bridging the gap between high-end filmmaking and next-generation content creation.

    By combining HONOR’s advanced mobile imaging capabilities with ARRI’s century-long heritage in defining cinematic image quality, the collaboration is set to unlock new creative possibilities. It extends professional visual standards from film sets to consumer devices, enabling creators to craft stories with greater authenticity, depth, and emotional impact. “HONOR is pioneering a new era of mobile imaging, where technology exists to inspire creativity and storytelling,” said James Li, CEO of HONOR. “ARRI has defined the visual language of cinema for generations. Through this collaboration, we are bringing those cinematic standards and professional workflows into mobile imaging.”

    ARRI, recognized with over 20 Academy Scientific and Technical Awards, has been shaping cinematic storytelling for more than a century. According to David Bermbach, Managing Director at ARRI, consumer smartphones are already used in professional filmmaking, including blockbuster productions. “For the first time ever, core elements of ARRI Image Science are being integrated directly into a consumer device,” he said, emphasizing the opportunity to make cinematic-grade imaging accessible to mobile creators worldwide.

    Translating cinematic image science into mobile devices involves adapting core principles such as natural color reproduction, highlight roll-off, depth perception, and consistent image behavior from capture to post-production. “The challenge is not to replicate cinema hardware, but to translate the underlying principles into compact, real-time mobile architectures,” said Dr. Benedikt von Lindeiner, Vice President at ARRI. This ensures that HONOR devices can deliver a true cinematic aesthetic, maintaining professional-level image fidelity while meeting the constraints of mobile sensors, optics, and processors.

    The first results of this collaboration will debut in the upcoming HONOR Robot Phone later this year, bringing a glimpse of ARRI’s professional image science into everyday mobile photography and videography. Through this partnership, HONOR and ARRI are setting a new standard for creative tools in the hands of the next generation of content creators.

  • HONOR Strengthens Its AI Strategy at MWC 2026 with the Introduction of a Robot Phone, Humanoid Robot, and Magic V6

    HONOR Strengthens Its AI Strategy at MWC 2026 with the Introduction of a Robot Phone, Humanoid Robot, and Magic V6

    At Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, HONOR unveiled a sweeping expansion of its artificial intelligence strategy, advancing its Augmented Human Intelligence (AHI) vision and accelerating its ambitious ALPHA PLAN. Anchored around three connected pillars — Alpha Phone, Alpha Store and Alpha Lab — the brand presented a future where intelligent hardware and software converge seamlessly around real human needs.

    Central to the announcement was the preview of the Robot Phone, described as a new species of smartphone that reimagines how AI devices could integrate motion, spatial awareness and embodied interaction. Moving beyond static screens and voice commands, the Robot Phone introduces robot-grade motion control, cinematic imaging and multimodal perception. Equipped with a self-developed micro motor and an ultra-compact 4DoF gimbal system, the device delivers three-axis stabilization, AI Object Tracking and intelligent rotational movement for cinematic transitions. Built around a 200MP sensor, it aims to close the gap between smartphone videography and professional storytelling, while enabling expressive body language gestures such as nodding, head-shaking and even dancing to music.

    Alongside this futuristic concept, HONOR officially introduced the HONOR Magic V6, its most refined foldable smartphone to date. The Magic V6 integrates silicon-carbon battery technology, advanced display engineering and AI-enhanced productivity features within a sleek foldable design. Complementing the flagship device are the HONOR MagicPad 4 and HONOR MagicBook Pro 14, strengthening the brand’s ecosystem approach and reinforcing its roadmap to unify devices through intelligent integration.

    In a bold extension of its AI ambitions, HONOR also debuted its first humanoid robot, signaling a strategic expansion into consumer-grade robotics. Designed to support scenarios such as shopping assistance, workplace inspections and companionship, the robot reflects HONOR’s intention to bridge digital intelligence with physical interaction. Leveraging insights gathered from its smartphone ecosystem, the company aims to create embodied AI devices capable of recognizing users, understanding behavioral patterns and delivering personalized assistance from the outset.

    According to CEO James Li, HONOR’s human-centric philosophy serves as the “lighthouse” guiding AI growth through the dual beams of IQ and EQ. Through the three waves of the ALPHA PLAN, the company believes it now has the essential components in place to accelerate its transformation.

    From experimental robotics to next-generation foldables and AI-powered productivity devices, HONOR’s showcase at MWC 2026 marks a decisive step toward integrating embodied intelligence into everyday technology. The convergence of motion, perception and adaptive computing signals a new chapter in the evolution of mobile devices — one where smartphones may no longer remain static tools, but active, responsive companions in the AI era.

  • Majlis Berbuka Puasa Bersama Media serta Pelancaran Filem “Tiket Sehala”

    Majlis Berbuka Puasa Bersama Media serta Pelancaran Filem “Tiket Sehala”

    Bersempena kehadiran Ramadan, Key Billions Sdn. Bhd. telah menganjurkan Majlis Berbuka Puasa pada 2 Mac 2026 yang bukan sekadar menjadi platform silaturahim industri, malah menyaksikan pelancaran rasmi filem terbaharu terbitan mereka berjudul Tiket Sehala. Acara yang berlangsung dalam suasana penuh kemesraan itu turut menghimpunkan barisan pelakon, penggiat industri serta rakan media.

    Filem arahan Rahila Ali ini mengangkat kisah mangsa sindiket penipuan kerja di luar negara, satu isu yang semakin membimbangkan dan melibatkan ramai rakyat Malaysia. Menurut Rahila, Tiket Sehala diinspirasikan daripada kisah benar yang mencerminkan realiti global. Karya tersebut diterbitkan atas rasa tanggungjawab untuk memberi kesedaran kepada masyarakat tentang risiko dan akibat menjadi mangsa sindiket penipuan pekerjaan.

    Filem ini menampilkan barisan pelakon pelbagai latar termasuk Noki K-Clique, Sharifah Sakinah, Hasnul Rahmat, Sheila Mambo dan Ardell Aryana. Lebih menarik, produksi ini turut membabitkan pelakon dari Korea Selatan, Thailand dan Indonesia seperti Hyunjun Sun, Ninja SuperThai dan Naufal Samudra, menjadikannya sebuah projek kolaborasi rentas negara.

    Penggambaran filem ini turut dijalankan di Korea Selatan dengan gabungan kru produksi Malaysia dan negara berkenaan. Menurut Pengasas Key Billions, Eddie Yap, kolaborasi tersebut membuka peluang kepada kru tempatan untuk mempelajari teknik dan pendekatan baharu sekali gus meningkatkan kualiti produksi filem tempatan pada masa hadapan.

    Pada majlis sama, Key Billions turut mengumumkan penubuhan Key Billions Distribution sebagai cabang pengedaran rasmi syarikat itu. Jika sebelum ini filem Soloz: Game Of Life diedarkan pihak lain, Tiket Sehala akan menjadi projek pertama yang sepenuhnya diuruskan oleh unit pengedaran dalaman tersebut, termasuk aspek promosi dan tayangan pawagam.

    Selain itu, mereka turut memperoleh hak pengedaran bagi dua filem lain iaitu Gayong 2 dan Tarung Unforgiven yang bakal menemui penonton tidak lama lagi.

    Acara tersebut turut dimeriahkan dengan persembahan robot eksklusif daripada Shadow Combat League, satu kategori hiburan sukan baharu yang menggabungkan sukan tempur, permainan dan teknologi berasaskan blockchain.

    Dengan pelancaran Tiket Sehala serta penubuhan unit pengedaran sendiri, Key Billions jelas menunjukkan komitmen serius dalam membangunkan industri perfileman tempatan ke tahap lebih tinggi dan berdaya saing di peringkat antarabangsa.

  • ROCKETFUEL ENTERTAINMENT MERAIKAN SYAWAL 2026 DENGAN 7 LAGU RAYA ISTIMEWA

    Bersempena Ramadan dan Syawal 2026, Rocketfuel Entertainment tampil dengan sebuah inisiatif istimewa menerusi pelancaran tujuh lagu raya yang merangkumi pelbagai genre, penceritaan dan emosi. Projek berskala besar ini bukan sekadar meraikan musim perayaan, malah menyatukan pelbagai warna muzik dalam satu naratif yang selari dengan tagline Astro Salam Ramadan 2026, “Bila Bersama, Lagi Jadi”.

    Daripada rentak moden yang rancak sehinggalah balada yang meruntun jiwa, setiap karya membawa identiti tersendiri namun tetap berpaksikan semangat kebersamaan. Lebih menarik, ketujuh-tujuh lagu ini akan dihimpunkan dalam sebuah EP khas, sekali gus membentuk “universe” raya tersendiri di bawah payung Rocketfuel Entertainment — satu konsep yang jarang diterokai dalam penerbitan lagu raya tempatan.

    Antara karya terawal yang dilancarkan ialah “Rindu Raya” nyanyian ALPHA pada 21 Februari 2026. Lagu bernuansa pop sederhana ini mengangkat tema kerinduan terhadap keluarga dan kampung halaman, satu perasaan yang semakin kuat apabila tibanya Ramadan dan Syawal. Sehingga kini, lagu tersebut telah meraih lebih 200,000 tontonan di saluran YouTube Rocketfuel Network. Menurut ALPHA, lagu ini memperlihatkan sisi mereka yang lebih tenang dan penuh perasaan, sekali gus membuktikan kemampuan mereka meneroka dimensi muzik yang berbeza.

    Turut memeriahkan senarai ialah “Kampung Kita” nyanyian Wani Kayrie, sebuah lagu yang mengekalkan elemen keceriaan seperti karya viralnya sebelum ini. Lagu ini berkisar tentang keterujaan pulang ke kampung, bukan sahaja untuk bertemu keluarga, malah untuk bertemu insan yang disukai. Dengan melodi mudah melekat dan susunan muzik yang ceria, “Kampung Kita” dijangka menjadi antara lagu pilihan untuk memeriahkan perjalanan pulang ke kampung.

    Kolaborasi dinanti-nantikan antara Hael Husaini dan ALPHA menerusi “Raya Macam Raya” pula tampil sebagai lagu upbeat berwarna M-Pop. Dicipta oleh Hael bersama Iqie Hugh, lagu ini mengetengahkan keterujaan membuat persiapan raya — daripada busana baharu hingga juadah istimewa. Selain kolaborasi tersebut, Hael turut menghadiahkan single solo berjudul “Lagu Raya Untukmu” sebagai tanda penghargaan buat peminat yang sentiasa menyokong perjalanan seninya.

    Tidak ketinggalan, “Duit Raya” nyanyian Sharul Kamal bersama Mierul Aiman membawa mesej yang dekat dengan realiti masyarakat hari ini. Dengan lirik pembuka yang mencuit hati, lagu ini mengingatkan bahawa Aidilfitri diraikan dengan keikhlasan dan kebersamaan, bukan semata-mata soal harta. Elemen rap moden yang diselitkan memberikan sentuhan segar, sekali gus menjadikan lagu ini relevan dengan cita rasa generasi masa kini.

    Keseluruhannya, inisiatif ini membuktikan komitmen Rocketfuel Entertainment dalam memperkaya landskap muzik raya tempatan. Tujuh lagu, pelbagai emosi, satu semangat — apabila bersama, segalanya terasa lebih bermakna.

  • Majlis Iftar Rumah Lauk Anjuran Marvelous Mama

    Majlis Iftar Rumah Lauk Anjuran Marvelous Mama

    Putrajaya, 28 Februari 2026 – Sempena bulan Ramadan yang penuh keberkatan, Marvelous Mama Sdn Bhd mempersembahkan Iftar di Rumah Lauk, sebuah pengalaman bufet Ramadan berkonsepkan masakan kampung dan warisan yang bakal berlangsung di Nafoura Hall. Mengangkat tema “Dari Dapur Kami ke Meja Anda”, inisiatif ini bertujuan membawakan hidangan autentik bercitarasa rumah kepada masyarakat, khususnya keluarga serta organisasi korporat di sekitar Putrajaya, Cyberjaya, Bangi dan Serdang. Pada majlis pembukaan, 200 pelanggan terawal berpeluang menikmati hidangan secara percuma, menjadikan acara ini antara tarikan utama Ramadan tahun ini.

    Dengan harga bufet di bawah RM100, Iftar di Rumah Lauk menawarkan lebih 150 variasi hidangan kampung setiap hari, merangkumi menu tradisi dan warisan Malaysia yang kaya dengan rasa. Pengalaman berbuka puasa ini turut dimeriahkan dengan persembahan buskers secara langsung setiap hari, kehadiran selebriti jemputan pada hujung minggu, serta kemudahan surau bagi menunaikan solat Maghrib, Isyak dan Terawih, menjadikannya destinasi iftar yang selesa dan lengkap untuk seisi keluarga serta kumpulan besar.

    Keunikan utama bufet ini terletak pada hidangan istimewa Rusa Golek yang disajikan setiap hari, berbeza daripada kebanyakan bufet Ramadan yang lazimnya menawarkan kambing golek. Diperap dengan rempah ratus tradisional dan dipanggang sehingga sempurna, Rusa Golek menjadi simbol kelainan dan keberanian jenama dalam memperkenalkan variasi premium yang jarang ditemui, sekali gus menambah nilai eksklusif kepada pengalaman iftar pengunjung.

    Sebagai penghargaan kepada pelanggan, pihak penganjur turut menganjurkan cabutan bertuah pada 17 Mac 2026 dengan tawaran hadiah wang tunai, emas serta pelbagai hadiah menarik lain. Inisiatif ini dijangka menarik kehadiran ramai pengunjung sepanjang Ramadan, sekali gus mengukuhkan kedudukan Rumah Lauk sebagai salah satu destinasi iftar pilihan di Lembah Klang.

    Di sebalik penganjuran bufet Ramadan ini, Marvelous Mama Sdn Bhd juga merupakan pengeluar makanan sejuk beku sedia dimakan yang telah berjaya menembusi pasaran antarabangsa. Antara produk eksport utama termasuk rendang, lemang durian, ketupat palas, daging dendeng, sata ikan dan ayam, serta acar ikan talang, yang kini dieksport ke Dubai dan London dengan perancangan peluasan ke pasaran global lain. Kejayaan ini mencerminkan komitmen syarikat untuk membawa cita rasa kampung Malaysia ke pentas antarabangsa tanpa mengorbankan keaslian rasa, sejajar dengan perancangan pembukaan restoran tetap Rumah Lauk di Kuala Lumpur, diikuti London dan Jakarta dalam masa terdekat.

  • Universiti Malaya and SATEERA® Formalise Research Partnership in Ceremony Witnessed by MOSTI Minister

    Universiti Malaya and SATEERA® Formalise Research Partnership in Ceremony Witnessed by MOSTI Minister

    Universiti Malaya has formalised a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with Malaysian biotechnology company SATEERA® Sdn Bhd, marking a significant milestone in strengthening university–industry collaboration within Malaysia’s biotechnology ecosystem. The agreement was witnessed by Chang Lih Kang, Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI), and reflects the nation’s continued progress in translating academic research into commercially viable, science-based solutions.

    The technology underpinning SATEERA® was originally developed within Universiti Malaya’s research environment more than a decade ago, evolving through years of laboratory research, patent development and industrial translation. Today, SATEERA® operates as a BioNexus-status biotechnology company, focusing on microbiome-safe innovation. This collaboration represents the next phase of the university–industry partnership, with both parties committed to advancing scientific validation and expanding research into selective anti-infective mechanisms.

    At the core of the collaboration is SATEERA®’s Natural Smart Anti-Infective Technology, a targeted approach designed to suppress harmful bacteria while preserving beneficial microbes. Unlike conventional broad-spectrum antimicrobial solutions that act indiscriminately, this selective strategy aligns with growing global scientific concern over antimicrobial resistance and the importance of maintaining healthy microbial ecosystems. As hygiene and biotechnology research increasingly shift towards microbiome preservation, selective anti-infective solutions are gaining relevance across multiple health applications.

    Co-Founder of SATEERA, Datuk Wira Calvin Khiu

    The innovation has progressed beyond the laboratory into real-world application through REDFORES®, SATEERA®’s intimate care brand and the first commercial product line utilising its patented technology for women’s intimate health. Under the agreement, REDFORES® will undergo further scientific evaluation in collaboration with Universiti Malaya’s academic researchers, reinforcing a shared commitment to evidence-based product development and responsible hygiene innovation.

    Speaking at the ceremony, Datuk Chang Lih Kang highlighted the importance of academia–industry partnerships in creating meaningful societal impact, noting that innovation must extend beyond research environments into practical application. He added that science-driven, targeted biotechnology solutions support national priorities under Malaysia MADANI and the National Biotechnology Policy by strengthening technological capability while improving public health and quality of life.

    Co-Founder of REDFORES, Datuk Wira Jment Lim

    SATEERA® Co-Founder Datuk Wira Calvin Khiu emphasised the need to rethink traditional hygiene paradigms, stating that indiscriminate antimicrobial approaches can disrupt microbial balance and contribute to resistance. Meanwhile, REDFORES® Co-Founder Datuk Wira Jment Lim stressed that women’s intimate health requires scientific responsibility rather than aggressive marketing claims, advocating for solutions that respect the body’s natural ecosystem.

    The ceremony also featured recognition by ASEAN and ASIA Records, followed by a panel discussion titled “Leading the Good Bacteria Era: Redefining Global Hygiene Standards.” The session brought together academics and medical specialists to discuss microbiome preservation, selective anti-infective science and its implications for women’s health. The collaboration is expected to support expanded validation studies and deeper research engagement, further positioning Malaysia as a producer of advanced biotechnology solutions.

  • Suasana Aidilfitri di Hong Kong Diserikan oleh Ernie Zakri & Syamel dengan Sentuhan Nostalgia Moden

    Suasana Aidilfitri di Hong Kong Diserikan oleh Ernie Zakri & Syamel dengan Sentuhan Nostalgia Moden

    Sempena sambutan Aidilfitri 2026, dua ikon muzik tanah air, Ernie Zakri dan Syamel, kembali bergabung menerusi single raya terbaru berjudul “Suasana Raya”. Lagu ini merupakan hasil kolaborasi istimewa bersama Hong Kong Tourism Board, yang menampilkan penggambaran video muzik di beberapa lokasi menarik dan destinasi mesra Muslim di sekitar Hong Kong. Gabungan melodi klasik raya, lirik menyentuh jiwa dan keserasian vokal kedua-dua artis ini merakamkan keindahan pagi Syawal yang penuh ketenangan, kesyukuran dan kebersamaan keluarga.

    Kolaborasi bersama Hong Kong Tourism Board membawa dimensi visual yang segar kepada lagu ini, menonjolkan suasana bandar yang vibrant, moden dan mesra Muslim. Ernie Zakri berkongsi bahawa Hong Kong sangat sesuai untuk konsep MV tersebut kerana kemudahan makanan halal dan lokasi ibadah seperti Kowloon Mosque, sambil menikmati tarikan pelancongan mesra keluarga seperti Ocean Park. Bagi Syamel, suasana meriah dan penuh warna di Hong Kong turut memberikan inspirasi kepada elemen visual MV, selari dengan gabungan elemen raya tradisional dan moden dalam lagu.

    Sebagai penghargaan kepada peminat, sesi tontonan awal video muzik diadakan pada 17 Februari 2026 di Aurum Theatre, Kuala Lumpur, membolehkan peminat terpilih menyaksikan MV sebelum pelancaran rasmi. Peminat juga berpeluang mempelajari koreografi bersama Ernie dan Syamel, menjadikan sesi tersebut lebih interaktif dan bermakna. Ernie Zakri menyifatkan pengalaman ini sangat istimewa kerana dapat berkongsi momen berharga bersama peminat, manakala Syamel menekankan bahawa lagu ini direka agar pendengar merasai kegembiraan dan keseronokan suasana perayaan secara jujur.

    Pengalaman rakaman MV turut menjadi memori keluarga yang tidak ternilai bagi kedua-dua artis. Syamel dan Ernie berharap “Suasana Raya” akan menjadi salah satu lagu raya yang dimainkan saban tahun dan terus kekal di hati peminat. Lagu ini kini boleh didengarkan di semua platform penstriman digital.