Persatuan Karyawan Malaysia (Karyawan) bakal menganjurkan Konsert Makan Malam Amal The Legends pada 27 Disember 2025 di WTC Kuala Lumpur, menampilkan persembahan selama 4 jam oleh barisan legenda muzik tanah air. Konsert amal ini bertujuan mengumpul dana bagi membantu artis dan individu yang memerlukan di bawah naungan Persatuan Karyawan, sambil memberikan pengalaman muzik yang penuh nostalgia kepada peminat.
Acara ini bakal diserikan dengan persembahan Sweet Charity sebagai tarikan utama, membawakan lagu-lagu malar segar yang sinonim dengan mereka. Turut memeriahkan pentas adalah Dato’ Khadijah Ibrahim, Dato Ito Blues Gang, Kopratasa, Dato Andre Goh, Helen Velu, dan Mariam Ahmad. Selain itu, ‘Master Guitarist Showcase’ menampilkan empat gitaris tersohor – Simon Carefree, Kid Search, Shahrul Ekamatra, dan Man Kidal – menjanjikan persembahan epik yang menyentuh jiwa setiap penonton.
Misi utama konsert ini adalah untuk menyokong Tabung Kebajikan Karyawan, yang membantu artis veteran serta penggiat seni menghadapi cabaran kesihatan, kewangan dan kehidupan. Hasil kutipan daripada jualan meja makan malam dan tiket akan disalurkan terus kepada mereka yang layak. Peminat boleh menyertai pengalaman premium melalui meja makan bermula RM3,000 ke atas, atau membeli tiket konsert hanya RM88 untuk merasai magis malam penuh muzik ini.
Presiden Karyawan, Dato’ Freddie Fernandez, menekankan bahawa konsert ini bukan sekadar persembahan, tetapi usaha bersama untuk memastikan kebajikan warga seni terus terpelihara. Ikon Rock Nusantara, Dato’ Ramli Sarip, dan trio tersohor Kopratasa turut menyuarakan harapan bahawa semangat kebersamaan dan kasih sayang dalam dunia seni terus subur melalui acara amal ini.
Adina Charity Circle, dengan kerjasama Persatuan Peniaga-Peniaga Kompleks PKNS Shah Alam dan AlKhair Malaysia, berjaya menganjurkan Raikan Kasih Adina AlKhair 2025, program kemanusiaan yang memberi tumpuan kepada sokongan kanak-kanak kanser. Program ini berlangsung pada Ahad, 14 Disember 2025, dari jam 11.00 pagi hingga 5.00 petang di Pentas Utama, Kompleks PKNS Shah Alam, dengan kehadiran orang ramai dan keluarga yang ingin menyumbang kepada usaha meringankan beban pesakit kanak-kanak serta keluarga mereka.
Program ini menandakan kemuncak Projek Pengumpulan Lampin Pakai Buang untuk Kanak-Kanak Kanser yang berlangsung selama 14 hari. Pada hari acara, jumlah keseluruhan lampin pakai buang yang dikumpul diumumkan kepada umum sebagai simbol solidariti komuniti terhadap perjuangan anak-anak kanser. Selain itu, majlis turut menyampaikan sumbangan lampin pakai buang dan susu bernutrisi, disusuli dengan sesi penghargaan kepada rakan kerjasama yang membantu menjayakan inisiatif ini.
Acara ini diserikan dengan aktiviti kanak-kanak bermula jam 10.30 pagi, pengisian rohani oleh Ustaz Don Daniyal, serta persembahan istimewa daripada Azan Addin, Pot Amir Innuendo dan Radhi Khalid. Kehadiran mereka memberikan suntikan semangat, hiburan dan mesej harapan yang menguatkan impak program kepada para penerima dan pengunjung.
Para penganjur turut merakamkan penghargaan kepada rakan kerjasama termasuk Cinta Gaza Malaysia, Ajwa Bakery, Biofitrah, BAKIT, Pertubuhan KAB, Yayasan EZ Prihatin, Rumah Ngaji Mekah, HUMAM Relief, Merryah Kitchen, The Charms Team, Grads, Mydin Mart Seksyen 13 serta Kumpulan Ibu Bapa dan Sokongan Kanak-kanak Kanser (Kids). Sokongan sukarelawan dan penyumbang individu menjadi tulang belakang kejayaan, membuktikan kuasa usaha kolektif komuniti dalam memperkukuh kesejahteraan kanak-kanak yang menghadapi cabaran kesihatan serius.
BYD Sime Motors, the official distributor of BYD cars in Malaysia, proudly marks its third anniversary as the nation’s leading EV brand, celebrating over 25,000 BYD vehicles on Malaysian roads. These cars not only provide mobility but also represent more than 25,000 Malaysian families actively contributing to a greener, more sustainable society. Collectively, BYD owners help reduce over 62,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually, equivalent to planting nearly 2.5 million trees each year, enough to circle Malaysia’s coastline more than six times. This remarkable achievement highlights the significant environmental impact of BYD’s electric vehicles nationwide.
Boasting the largest fully electric portfolio in Malaysia, BYD Sime Motors has launched seven models to date, led by the popular BYD ATTO 3, the volume leader in the C-segment SUV category. In 2025, the lineup expanded further with the introduction of BYD ATTO 2 and BYD SEAL 6, alongside a refreshed BYD SEAL. From entry-level sedans to premium SUVs and MPVs, BYD continues to meet the evolving demands of Malaysian drivers, offering vehicles that blend advanced technology, safety, and affordability.
(Left to Right) Adeline Lew, Managing Director of BYD Sime Motors; Jeffrey Gan, Managing Director of Southeast Asia, Sime Motors; Andrew Basham, Managing Director of Sime Motors; Eagle Zhao, Managing Director of BYD Malaysia; Jacob Ma Wei, Deputy General Manager of BYD Malaysia, and Kent Wong, Head of Sales Planning of BYD Malaysia.
Eagle Zhao, Managing Director of BYD Malaysia, commented, “This milestone is a true reflection of the rapid growth of the EV movement in Malaysia. Having over 25,000 Malaysians in the BYD family demonstrates the trust and enthusiasm for sustainable mobility. We remain committed to delivering a greener, smarter, and safer driving experience for all.” Jeffrey Gan, Managing Director of Southeast Asia, Sime Motors, added, “BYD has become a cornerstone of Sime Motors’ portfolio in just three years. Our extensive sales and aftersales network ensures an exemplary ownership experience, making EVs accessible and practical for Malaysian drivers.”
Supporting this growth is BYD Sime Motors’ nationwide infrastructure, which includes 39 sales outlets, 24 aftersales centres, 12 authorised body and paint centres, and a centralised parts warehouse maintaining a 94% fill rate. More than 1,000 employees are trained at BYD’s dedicated Training Centre, upholding high technical and service standards. Looking ahead, BYD Sime Motors plans to expand its network, integrate advanced technologies, and establish local CKD assembly operations in 2026 to create sustainable value and employment opportunities.
With the year-end deadline for full tax exemptions on fully imported EVs approaching, BYD Sime Motors is inviting customers to take advantage of exclusive promotions, offering up to RM20,000 in savings on selected models. This makes now the perfect opportunity for Malaysians to switch to electric and join the country’s leading EV brand.
Dengan slogan penuh makna, “1 Kumpulan Ikonik, 1 Reunion Paling Epik, 1 Pentas Untuk Sejarah”, SENARIOUNION 30 TAHUN | THE LAST KOPEK! dijangka muncul sebagai antara acara hiburan paling dinanti dan terbesar pada tahun 2026. Selepas tiga dekad mencipta fenomena dalam dunia komedi dan hiburan tempatan, kumpulan Senario kembali bersatu dalam sebuah persembahan istimewa yang bukan sekadar reunion, tetapi simbol kepada perjalanan seni yang telah membentuk identiti budaya pop Malaysia. Acara ini menjadi medan pertemuan nostalgia, emosi dan kenangan yang pernah menyatukan jutaan penonton sejak era kegemilangan mereka.
Jualan tiket yang akan bermula pada 15 Disember 2025, jam 12 tengah hari menerusi platform Ilasso dan Fantopia dijangka menerima sambutan luar biasa. Reaksi awal peminat di media sosial menunjukkan keterujaan yang tinggi, dengan ramai yang menyifatkan acara ini sebagai peluang terakhir untuk menyaksikan legenda komedi negara berkongsi pentas dalam satu persembahan penuh makna. Fenomena ini membuktikan bahawa pengaruh Senario masih kukuh, merentas generasi dan kekal relevan sehingga ke hari ini.
Lebih daripada sebuah konsert hiburan, SENARIOUNION 30 TAHUN | THE LAST KOPEK! membawa mesej kebersamaan dan semangat “berkampung” yang menjadi identiti rakyat Malaysia. Penonton dijemput untuk berkongsi tawa, mengimbau kenangan dan meraikan karya seni yang telah mencorakkan memori kolektif negara. Ia adalah sebuah perayaan warisan komedi tempatan yang menyatukan keluarga, rakan dan peminat dari pelbagai lapisan usia dalam satu malam penuh emosi.
Sebagai penutup kepada sebuah era legenda, acara ini dijangka menjadi malam bersejarah yang akan terus dikenang dalam landskap hiburan Malaysia. Ia bukan sahaja menandakan reunion terakhir yang epik, tetapi juga penghormatan kepada perjalanan seni yang telah mencipta impak besar selama 30 tahun. SENARIOUNION 30 TAHUN | THE LAST KOPEK! bakal tercatat sebagai simbol legasi, nostalgia dan cinta penonton terhadap seni komedi tempatan.
AMD has unveiled its latest EPYC Embedded™ 2005 Series processors, engineered to deliver high-performance, power-efficient computing in compact designs tailored for networking, storage, and industrial environments where power, space, and thermal constraints are critical. Built on the proven Zen 5 architecture, these processors feature up to 16 x86 cores, 64 MB of shared L3 cache, and configurable thermal design power (TDP) ranging from 45W to 75W, offering designers the flexibility to optimize for performance, energy efficiency, and thermal management. The processors come in a highly integrated 40mm × 40mm BGA package, 2.4 times smaller than comparable Intel Xeon solutions, enabling higher compute density, shorter electrical paths for better signal integrity, and improved thermal performance, making them ideal for 24/7 operation in constrained infrastructures.
The EPYC Embedded 2005 Series also delivers exceptional performance per watt, with up to 28 percent higher boost CPU frequency and 35 percent higher base CPU frequency compared to comparable Intel solutions, enabling superior performance density and lower total system cost. These processors are purpose-built for long-life deployments, supporting up to 10 years of continuous field operation, component availability, and technical assistance, alongside 15 years of software maintenance, ensuring stability and a strong return on investment. Advanced Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability (RAS) features detect, prevent, and correct errors to minimize downtime, while application-specific features such as BMC support, PCIe Hot Plug, and multi-SPI ROM provide additional design flexibility. Security is reinforced with AMD Infinity Guard technologies, including AMD Secure Processor, AMD Platform Secure Boot, and AMD Memory Guard, safeguarding data integrity and system reliability for mission-critical applications.
Connectivity and modularity are central to the EPYC Embedded 2005 Series, offering 28 lanes of PCIe Gen5 for high-speed I/O integration, including Ethernet NICs, FPGAs, and networking ASICs, while DDR5 memory support ensures higher memory bandwidth and future-proofing as DDR4 phases out. The processors are complemented by a robust open-source software ecosystem, with upstream support for Yocto, kernel drivers, and the Extended Development Kit (EDK II), simplifying integration and accelerating time to market. Targeting AI-driven workloads, modern networking switches, routers, DPU control planes, cold cloud storage, aerospace, and robotics applications, the AMD EPYC Embedded 2005 Series delivers the performance, energy efficiency, security, and longevity required for the next generation of embedded infrastructure systems.
HONOR Malaysia is spreading festive cheer this holiday season with its Magic Snowland event at Elmina Urban Park, Elmina Lakeside Mall, Shah Alam, running daily from 5 December to 28 December between 4PM and 10PM. The month-long celebration coincides with the launch of the HONOR Magic8 Pro, offering visitors an immersive winter wonderland experience filled with stunning photo opportunities, captivating light installations, and festive decorations. At the heart of the event is HONOR’s first-ever Giant Snow Globe, where families and friends can step inside to capture viral-worthy photos, showcasing the Magic8 Pro’s 200MP Ultra Night Telephoto Camera capabilities for exceptional low-light photography. Guests can also take advantage of a complimentary instant photo printing service, allowing them to bring home high-quality memories from the evening.
Adding to the enchantment, snowfall shows will delight visitors every weekend, with special performances on 24 and 25 December. The snowy spectacle features four 15-minute sessions nightly at 6:45PM, 7:30PM, 8:15PM, and 9PM, creating a magical winter atmosphere perfect for holiday photos. In addition, HONOR is encouraging visitors to Snap, Share, and Win, offering smartwatches and earbuds to those who post their most creative festive photos on social media with the hashtags #HONORMagicSnowLand and #HONORMalaysia and set their accounts to public, providing a fun way to engage with the event while sharing the festive spirit online.
Beyond the Snow Globe and photo opportunities, visitors can explore the Elmina Lakeside Festival bazaar, participate in workshops, and enjoy the floating sleigh and other decorative installations throughout the park. With a combination of immersive experiences, interactive activities, and exciting giveaways, HONOR Magic Snowland promises a memorable and joyful festive celebration for families and friends, making it a must-visit destination this holiday season. For more details and participation guidelines for the ‘Snap, Share and Win HONOR Wearables’ contest, visitors are encouraged to follow the official HONOR Malaysia Facebook page.
Suria KLCC, Alamanda Shopping Centre, and Mesra Mall are set to bring the festive spirit alive this holiday season with grand Christmas celebrations that promise enchantment, interactive experiences, and memorable moments for families and shoppers across Malaysia. At the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Suria KLCC is transforming into a magical winter wonderland with its signature ‘A Majestic Christmas’ celebration running from 22 November 2025 to 4 January 2026. The Centre Court is adorned with a stunning multi-tiered Christmas tree, dazzling lights, and festive decorations, creating a captivating backdrop for visitors. A key highlight is the immersive Mirror Room on the first level of the tree, where reflective panels and Lancôme’s elegant scents create a visual and sensory spectacle perfect for photography and social media sharing. The experience is further elevated by the Interactive Music Box, which allows shoppers to select classic holiday tunes that trigger coordinated lights, along with a giant ornament structure and complimentary festive photobooths, ensuring a joyful and interactive festive atmosphere.
Extending the celebration outdoors, Suria KLCC introduces Malaysia’s first outdoor skating rink, recognized by the Malaysian Book of Records, surrounding an 80-foot Christmas tree with the iconic PETRONAS Twin Towers as a backdrop. Open daily from 26 November to 25 December 2025, the rink provides a unique and memorable festive experience. Complementing the visual spectacle, shoppers can participate in a tiered Rewards Programme, offering festive skating experiences and shopping vouchers for qualifying spenders, while additional programs such as Santa Claus meet-and-greets, Christmas carolling performances, and Christmas wreath workshops ensure entertainment for all ages. Francis Tan, Executive Director and CEO of Suria KLCC, emphasized that the initiative is designed to create a world-class holiday experience, combining shopping, interactive festivities, and memorable moments that bring joy and togetherness to visitors.
Meanwhile, Alamanda Shopping Centre in Putrajaya celebrates Christmas from 28 November 2025 to 4 January 2026 with its own magical winter display. The Centre Court features a giant multi-tiered Christmas tree, illuminated arches, cascading lights, and oversized baubles, creating a festive ambiance throughout the mall. Visitors can enjoy weekend festive performances, including Christmas dance shows, children’s ballet, and magic acts. On Christmas Day, Santa Claus will delight families with candy handouts, while children enrolled in the VIKids programme can participate in creative arts and crafts workshops, such as donut decorating sessions. Shoppers are rewarded through a tiered programme offering e-vouchers for qualifying purchases, and Alamanda is also supporting a mental health initiative by selling Green Ribbon Pins, with proceeds going to mental health NGOs.
In Terengganu, Mesra Mall brings festive cheer from 5 December to 31 December 2025 with a charming Centre Court setup featuring Christmas trees and a horse carousel, creating a welcoming holiday environment for families. Mesra Mall hosts hands-on workshops such as a Creative Succulent Workshop and Snowflakes Workshop, allowing participants to create take-home festive crafts. The celebration culminates with the lively VIKids Planet Carnival from 25 to 29 December, where children can engage in themed games and redeem festive treats. Shoppers are also incentivized through a Rewards Programme, with exclusive gifts for early qualifying spenders, including a two-tiered dessert display rack.
Together, these festive activations at Suria KLCC, Alamanda, and Mesra Mall combine immersive decorations, interactive activities, live performances, and rewarding shopping experiences, transforming Malaysia’s leading malls into enchanting holiday destinations. From world-class attractions such as Malaysia’s first outdoor skating rink to engaging children’s workshops and festive performances, the celebrations promise to create lasting memories for families, foster community engagement, and spread the holiday spirit throughout the nation. Shoppers are encouraged to stay updated on the latest festive happenings and promotions by visiting the respective websites and social media pages of the malls, ensuring that the 2025 holiday season is both magical and unforgettable for all.
In Malaysia, online reviews have become a critical part of consumers’ decision-making, with many relying on genuine feedback before clicking “buy,” “book,” or “order.” A study by Universiti Putra Malaysia highlighted that the authenticity of a review strongly influences purchase intention, underscoring the trust Malaysians place in these opinions. However, this trust is under threat as digital platforms are increasingly flooded with AI-generated reviews, paid click-farm content, and coordinated manipulation campaigns using fake accounts. Google alone removed over 240 million reviews in 2024 for violating policies, a 41.18% increase from the previous year, reflecting the scale of the problem. As fake reviews proliferate, genuine feedback loses significance, leaving consumers unsure whether a recommendation is authentic or automated.
The consequences of manipulated reviews extend beyond consumer uncertainty. Bots, throwaway accounts, and sophisticated AI-written reviews now dominate online platforms, temporarily inflating product ratings and misleading buyers. When consumers uncover the truth, they feel deceived and often leave genuine negative feedback, creating a cycle of disappointment that erodes trust in both brands and platforms. Small businesses are particularly vulnerable, with some falling victim to scams where fake reviews are posted on Google Maps or other platforms, followed by extortion attempts to remove them. Honest sellers struggle to compete as authentic feedback is buried beneath manipulated ratings, harming reputations and sales.
The underlying issue lies in outdated verification systems that were designed for a simpler internet. Traditional measures like email verification, phone authentication, and CAPTCHAs are no longer sufficient against modern bots, AI-generated identities, and coordinated fake accounts. While platforms conduct sweeps to remove fraudulent reviews, they are consistently challenged by the speed and scale of synthetic content. Each fake review that bypasses safeguards diminishes platform credibility, leaving consumers skeptical of even genuine feedback and undermining trust in online ratings.
To restore confidence in digital platforms, verifying the presence of a real human behind an account is becoming essential. Privacy-preserving human verification systems, such as World ID, offer a solution by confirming users’ humanness without exposing personal information. Using tools like the Orb, which captures an image of a user’s face and eyes only to verify they are real before immediately deleting it, platforms can establish authenticity while maintaining privacy. Zero-knowledge proofs then allow users to signal “I’m a real human” without revealing any personal details, creating a foundation for trustworthy online interactions.
With Malaysia’s digital economy accelerating—e-commerce revenue reached RM937.5 billion in the first nine months of 2025—the integrity of digital interactions is critical. Privacy-preserving human verification provides a practical path to ensure reviews and other online activities are genuine, supporting both consumer trust and business fairness. As Malaysians increasingly rely on digital platforms for everyday decisions, the ability to prove humanness is emerging as a key factor in safeguarding trust, protecting the digital economy, and ensuring that online recommendations continue to serve their intended purpose.
Jabatan Perangkaan Malaysia (DOSM) telah melancarkan DOSM GEOHUB, sebuah portal data geospatial interaktif yang direka untuk menyatukan maklumat geospatial dengan statistik rasmi negara, bagi memudahkan akses dan analisis data pada peringkat nasional, negeri, dan daerah pentadbiran. Inisiatif ini merupakan langkah strategik dalam mendukung perancangan pembangunan berasaskan bukti serta memperkukuh agenda kerajaan digital yang produktif dan berpusatkan rakyat. Pelancaran yang disempurnakan oleh YBhg. Dato’ Sri Dr. Mohd Uzir Mahidin, Ketua Perangkawan Malaysia, menekankan bahawa DOSM GEOHUB bukan sekadar portal data, tetapi sebuah platform pemetaan digital yang selaras dengan Global Statistical Geospatial Framework (GSGF) yang digariskan oleh Pertubuhan Bangsa-Bangsa Bersatu, menyediakan maklumat yang lebih luas, tepat, dan mudah diakses oleh semua pihak.
Sebagai platform interaktif spatial, DOSM GEOHUB membolehkan pengguna meneroka pelbagai maklumat statistik berasaskan lokasi, termasuk populasi, jantina, kumpulan umur, ekonomi, dan unjuran penduduk, serta menyediakan peta tematik interaktif dengan keupayaan analisis ruang dan lapisan data geospatial-statistik yang mematuhi piawaian Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC). Portal ini turut menampilkan ciri StoryMap, yang mempersembahkan naratif pembangunan melalui peta, grafik, dan imej, memudahkan pemahaman data oleh pembuat dasar, akademia, penyelidik, pihak industri, dan masyarakat awam. DOSM GEOHUB menghimpunkan lebih daripada 60 layer, variabel, dan indikator di bawah produk utama seperti Web Mapping, Web Apps, StoryMap, dan Dashboard, lengkap dengan reka bentuk UI/UX digital moden, pengurusan kandungan pintar berasaskan Enterprise GIS, dan sistem pengurusan pangkalan data spatial (SDBMS) untuk memastikan data sentiasa dikemas kini, tepat, dan boleh dipercayai.
Menurut Ketua Perangkawan Malaysia, platform ini menandakan transformasi baharu daripada data kepada maklumat, daripada maklumat kepada pemetaan spatial, dan daripada pemetaan kepada keputusan berasaskan bukti, sekali gus menjadi nadi integrasi antara statistik dan geospatial untuk pembangunan negara yang mampan, inklusif, dan berasaskan bukti. Pelancaran DOSM GEOHUB juga menyokong Malaysia mencapai pencapaian global dengan menduduki tangga pertama dalam Open Data Inventory (ODIN) 2024/25, menunjukkan lonjakan ketara berbanding kedudukan ke-67 dalam ODIN 2022/23. DOSM GEOHUB, bersama medium OpenDOSM NextGen, menyediakan katalog data dan visualisasi yang membolehkan pengguna menganalisis pelbagai data dengan lebih mudah melalui portal https://open.dosm.gov.my, menjadikannya alat penting untuk perancangan pembangunan berasaskan bukti dan pengurusan sumber negara yang lebih efisien.
Taylor’s University, through its School of Media and Communication, has officially launched Lumicko, an innovative learning-integrated multimedia streaming platform designed to transform the way students learn, create, and showcase digital content. This platform represents a significant step forward in the university’s commitment to redefining creative education and strengthening the connection between academic learning and industry practice. Lumicko not only allows students to produce and publish their work but also functions as a dynamic discovery ecosystem where emerging talent can be easily seen by directors, producers, and creative agencies, bridging the gap between education and professional opportunities in the media and content production industry.
The launch of Lumicko comes at a time when Malaysia’s digital content and streaming sector is experiencing rapid growth, generating RM 5.31 billion in 2023, with the over-the-top (OTT) market projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate of around 18.5% between 2025 and 2031. As audiences increasingly migrate to online streaming and on-demand platforms, there is a rising demand for graduates who understand contemporary streaming conventions, audience engagement strategies, and the development of original content. By providing students with a platform to experiment, iterate, and present their work in a real-world environment, Lumicko equips them with the practical skills, creative confidence, and professional standards necessary to thrive in this evolving landscape.
Professor Dr Neethiahnanthan Ari Ragavan, Executive Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Leisure Management at Taylor’s University, emphasized that Lumicko is more than a streaming platform, describing it as a “transformational learning ecosystem.” He noted that by allowing students to produce, publish, and present their work, the platform prepares them to enter the industry with confidence, creativity, and a thorough understanding of professional expectations. Guided by Taylor’s Industry Advisory Panel, which includes leading figures such as Mediha Mahmood, CEO of the Communications and Multimedia Content Forum of Malaysia, Dato’ Ts Dr Haji Amirudin bin Abdul Wahab, CEO of CyberSecurity Malaysia, and Anissa Maria Anis, media and telecommunications law expert at Christopher & Lee Ong, Lumicko is designed to adhere to high standards in ethics, copyright, and cybersecurity while exposing students to real-world industry best practices.
Mediha Mahmood highlighted that Lumicko provides students with a structured environment to produce and publish content responsibly, building their understanding of industry standards and ensuring they are ready for Malaysia’s professional content ecosystem. Fully embedded across the School of Media and Communication’s programmes—including journalism, public relations, advertising, and digital media production—Lumicko offers students end-to-end experience from ideation to publication, allowing them to gain hands-on exposure to the full content creation process. By integrating education, creativity, and technology, the platform demonstrates Taylor’s University’s dedication to nurturing a new generation of job-ready, tech-savvy professionals who can excel in streaming, content production, and other emerging digital sectors.
Mediha Mahmood, Chief Executive Offer, Communications and Multimedia Content Forum of Malaysia, delivering her opening speech, sharing insights on the importance of responsible content creation and industry standards.
During the launch event, a panel of industry and academic experts, including Prema Ponnudurai, Founder of Lumicko and Head of the School of General Studies and Languages at Taylor’s University, Datuk P. Kamalanathan, former Deputy Minister of Education and Malaysian Qualification Agency Council Member, Peter Wong, filmmaker and CEO of ACE Pictures Entertainment LLC, and Prem Anand Rajahram, Vice President of Content at Astro Malaysia Holdings Berhad, discussed the evolving role of universities in cultivating creative talent. They underscored Lumicko’s importance in addressing the dynamic needs of Malaysia’s and the global media ecosystem. The platform is now available for download on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, providing students, educators, and industry professionals with seamless access to a growing library of original student-produced content, further reinforcing Taylor’s commitment to bridging academic learning and industry practice.
