Kuala Lumpur, 3 March 2026 — With the upcoming launch of the vivo V70, vivo Malaysia is making a strategic move to elevate the midrange smartphone segment. By integrating seven flagship-level features into a more accessible price tier, the brand is positioning the V70 as a disruptive force in an increasingly competitive market.
The device combines premium design elements, including an aerospace-grade aluminium frame and precision coating processes, with high-performance hardware such as LPDDR5X memory and UFS 4.1 storage. These upgrades deliver significant improvements in speed and efficiency, with up to 75% better runtime performance and 300% faster data transfer compared to previous generations.
Beyond hardware, the inclusion of OriginOS 6 introduces a smarter, AI-driven ecosystem that enhances productivity, connectivity, and security. Features like 3D Ultrasonic Fingerprint Scanning 2.0 further differentiate the device by offering reliable authentication in various real-world conditions. This holistic approach reflects vivo’s commitment to delivering value-driven innovation while strengthening its position in the midrange market.
Stay updated with the latest announcements and product highlights from vivo Malaysia on Facebook and Instagram. Watch out for the official launch of the vivo V70, featuring its Golden Hour design, flagship-grade performance, and advanced imaging technology.
In a bold move to redefine brand engagement, Hock Kee Kopitiam has introduced its first original brand song, “KOPITIAM You & Me,” in collaboration with 1119 TRIPLE1NINE and Danny Koo. The campaign has proven highly effective, with the official music video surpassing 100,000 views within six days of release and continuing to gain traction across digital platforms.
The song’s concept—integrating menu items like Kopi Panas and Kolo Mee into its lyrics—demonstrates a strategic approach to brand recall and audience relatability. By tapping into emotional connections tied to everyday dining experiences, Hock Kee Kopitiam successfully transforms its offerings into cultural symbols. This initiative reflects a growing trend among brands leveraging music as a storytelling tool, creating deeper consumer engagement while strengthening brand identity in a competitive F&B landscape.
Kuala Lumpur, 2 March 2026 — vivo’s debut at Mobile World Congress 2026 represents a pivotal moment in its evolution as a global technology brand, signalling a stronger push into the premium smartphone market and a deeper commitment to international growth. Held in Barcelona, the event serves as a key meeting point for the world’s leading technology companies, offering vivo an unparalleled opportunity to engage with the broader mobile ecosystem. By participating in MWC 2026, vivo is positioning itself alongside industry frontrunners, demonstrating its readiness to compete at the highest level of innovation, design, and technological excellence.
Central to this strategy is the introduction of the X300 Ultra, a device that embodies vivo’s ambition to lead in advanced imaging and premium user experiences. However, the company’s presence extends beyond product announcements—it reflects a broader vision of ecosystem collaboration, where partnerships with operators, developers, and technology providers play a crucial role in shaping future innovations. Through meaningful engagement with stakeholders and the global tech community, vivo aims to strengthen its influence within the industry while driving forward new standards in mobile technology. This strategic move underscores vivo’s commitment to long-term growth, innovation leadership, and delivering value across global markets.
Tourism Malaysia recently welcomed the inaugural direct service by Chongqing Airlines, linking Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport with Kota Kinabalu International Airport on 19 March 2026. The milestone marks a significant step forward in strengthening air connectivity between China and Sabah.
Operating flight OQ2193, the new route connects Chongqing and Kota Kinabalu using a modern Airbus A320neo with a capacity of up to 195 passengers. The service runs three times weekly on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, departing Chongqing at 19:00 and arriving in Kota Kinabalu at approximately 23:15. This development enhances travel convenience from China, one of Malaysia’s key tourism markets, while supporting continued growth in visitor arrivals.
The introduction of this service highlights increasing interest among Chinese airlines in expanding their presence in Sabah, driven by rising demand for the state’s unique tourism offerings. The route improves accessibility for travellers from Western China, offering easier access to Sabah’s natural beauty, rich cultural heritage and renowned Malaysian hospitality. Currently, Sabah is connected to 10 cities in China via major gateways such as Kota Kinabalu International Airport and Tawau Airport, with a total of 112 weekly flights.
According to Director General of Tourism Malaysia, Mr Mohd Amirul Rizal Abdul Rahim, the launch reflects growing demand for Sabah as a preferred destination. He noted that the collaboration with Chongqing Airlines plays an important role in strengthening Malaysia’s position as an accessible destination for nature, culture and premium travel experiences, while supporting inbound tourism from China under the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign.
The inaugural flight arrival was marked by a welcoming ceremony attended by representatives from Tourism Malaysia, led by Sabah Director Ms Haryanty Abu Bakar, together with officials from the Sabah Tourism Board, Chongqing Airlines and Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad. The event commemorated the successful launch of the new route and its importance to the tourism sector.
This new Chongqing–Kota Kinabalu connection reflects ongoing collaboration between tourism authorities, airport operators and airline partners to enhance Malaysia’s air connectivity. It provides seamless travel options for leisure, business and group travellers, while reinforcing Kota Kinabalu’s role as a key gateway to East Malaysia.
China continues to play a vital role in Malaysia’s tourism growth. In 2025, Malaysia recorded 4.7 million arrivals from China, marking a 25.1 per cent increase compared to the previous year and highlighting the strong demand from the market.
In line with the goals of Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026), the new route is expected to further improve international access and strengthen Kota Kinabalu’s standing as a regional hub alongside Kuala Lumpur. It is also anticipated to drive repeat visits, boost tourism spending and enhance Malaysia’s appeal as a destination for leisure, culture, food and shopping experiences.
Tourism Malaysia also expressed its appreciation to Chongqing Airlines and Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad for their continued support and collaboration, and looks forward to further joint efforts in promoting Malaysia’s diverse tourism offerings to travellers from Chongqing and across China in conjunction with Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026).
Definisi pemakanan seimbang hari ini tidak lagi terhad kepada pengambilan “superfood” atau mengikuti trend diet semata-mata. Sebaliknya, ia lebih menekankan konsistensi dalam membekalkan tubuh dengan nutrien penting yang menyokong pertumbuhan, metabolisme dan proses pemulihan secara optimum. Apa yang lebih menarik, keberkesanan nutrisi bukan hanya bergantung kepada jenis makanan, tetapi juga cara makanan tersebut digabungkan untuk meningkatkan kadar penyerapan dalam tubuh.
Menurut Susan Bowerman, Pengarah Kanan Pendidikan dan Latihan Pemakanan Global di Herbalife, kajian sains pemakanan menunjukkan bahawa kombinasi makanan tertentu mampu mempengaruhi cara tubuh memproses nutrien. Beliau menjelaskan bahawa pemilihan padanan makanan yang tepat memberi peluang kepada individu untuk mengoptimumkan pengambilan nutrien harian. Pendekatan paling mudah adalah dengan mempelbagaikan menu sihat kerana sesetengah nutrien memberikan manfaat yang lebih tinggi apabila diambil bersama berbanding secara berasingan.
Pengarah Kanan, Pendidikan dan Latihan Pemakanan Global Pengerusi, Lembaga Penasihat Dietetik Herbalife dan Lembaga Penasihat Pemakanan Luaran
Bersempena Hari Kesihatan Sedunia, beberapa strategi padanan makanan pintar turut diketengahkan, termasuk gabungan sayur-sayuran berwarna-warni dengan lemak sihat. Contohnya, sayuran seperti lobak merah dan tomato yang kaya dengan karotenoid memerlukan lemak sihat seperti minyak zaitun atau avokado untuk diserap dengan lebih berkesan. Selain itu, gabungan vitamin C dan zat besi daripada sumber tumbuhan juga memainkan peranan penting, di mana penambahan buah sitrus dalam hidangan seperti salad bayam atau minuman protein boleh membantu meningkatkan penyerapan zat besi bukan heme dalam tubuh.
Dalam masa yang sama, pengambilan teh hijau bersama sumber vitamin C seperti lemon turut disarankan bagi meningkatkan keberkesanan antioksidan katekin. Untuk kesihatan tulang pula, kombinasi vitamin D dan kalsium adalah amat penting. Walaupun Malaysia menerima cahaya matahari yang mencukupi, masih ramai yang berdepan kekurangan vitamin D, menjadikan padanan seperti ikan berlemak bersama sayuran hijau atau produk diperkaya kalsium sebagai pilihan yang bijak. Di samping itu, gabungan protein dan serat juga membantu mengekalkan rasa kenyang lebih lama serta membekalkan tenaga yang konsisten sepanjang hari.
Secara keseluruhannya, memenuhi keperluan nutrisi dalam kehidupan moden memerlukan pendekatan yang lebih seimbang dan praktikal. Walaupun makanan lengkap kekal sebagai asas utama, produk diperkaya dan suplemen boleh berfungsi sebagai pelengkap untuk menampung kekurangan nutrien harian. Dengan mengamalkan teknik padanan makanan yang betul, setiap individu berpeluang membentuk gaya pemakanan yang lebih efektif demi kesihatan dan kesejahteraan jangka panjang.
Canon Marketing Malaysia has achieved a remarkable milestone, reaffirming its position as Malaysia’s No.1 inkjet printer brand for 30 consecutive years, based on the latest findings from IDC Quarterly Hardcopy Peripheral Tracker 2025Q4. This achievement underscores Canon’s enduring commitment to innovation, reliability and quality, solidifying its reputation as a trusted provider of printing solutions for both consumers and businesses nationwide.
In addition to its inkjet dominance, Canon has also sustained strong momentum in the business segment, securing 10 consecutive years of leadership in laser printers since 2016. This dual achievement highlights the brand’s comprehensive capabilities across both personal and corporate environments, catering to evolving demands in Malaysia’s dynamic market landscape.
Since first claiming the top spot in 1996, Canon has continuously evolved its portfolio to meet the needs of businesses, entrepreneurs and organisations. From everyday home printing to enterprise-level solutions, Canon’s ecosystem—spanning PIXMA E-series and G-series, MAXIFY business inkjet printers and laser printing solutions—has been designed to deliver seamless performance, efficiency and reliability across a wide range of applications.
According to Sandy Lee, Head of Division, Personal System Devices at Canon Marketing Malaysia, the milestone reflects decades of trust from Malaysian users and reinforces Canon’s dedication to delivering precision-driven and high-quality solutions. The continued leadership in both inkjet and laser categories further demonstrates the brand’s strength in supporting productivity, creativity and operational growth across industries.
Printing remains a vital component in Malaysia’s business ecosystem, particularly as micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) contribute approximately 39.5% to the nation’s GDP. From documentation and invoicing to communication and workflow management, reliable printing solutions continue to play a crucial role in ensuring smooth business operations. Canon’s ability to deliver practical, efficient and scalable technologies positions it as a key enabler in supporting this segment.
Over the past three decades, Canon has built a strong foundation as a trusted solutions partner, offering integrated technologies that address real-world operational needs. By focusing on performance, innovation and user-centric design, the company continues to empower businesses and individuals to enhance productivity and streamline workflows.
Looking ahead, Canon remains committed to pushing the boundaries of printing innovation while maintaining its leadership position in Malaysia. With a strong legacy and forward-looking approach, the brand is well-positioned to continue supporting the growth of businesses and organisations with reliable, high-performance printing solutions.
In today’s fast-moving digital landscape, Malaysia’s property market still reflects remnants of outdated practices. Handwritten signs on trees and weathered banners along neighbourhood streets continue to highlight how traditional marketing methods remain deeply embedded in the industry. For Melvin Soh, co-founder of MyRumahBaru, these are more than just old habits—they signal a deeper structural inefficiency within the property ecosystem.
This fragmentation creates significant waste across the board. Agents continue paying for listings that may never convert, buyers pursue properties that are no longer available, and developers invest heavily in generating enquiries that fail to translate into actual viewings. Altogether, these inefficiencies are estimated to cost the industry up to RM6.19 billion annually.
Rather than launching another property portal competing for traffic, MyRumahBaru takes a performance-driven approach. The platform is designed to convert buyer intent into confirmed viewing appointments, not just generate leads. Its business model is uniquely aligned with outcomes—it only earns revenue when a buyer physically attends a scheduled viewing, ensuring shared incentives among buyers, agents, and developers.
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes a common starting point for property searches, Melvin argues that the industry does not need AI to replace its infrastructure. Instead, it needs reliable infrastructure that AI can depend on. Without verified and actively maintained data, search engines risk amplifying outdated or duplicated listings, ultimately reducing trust and efficiency.
Market response indicates that change is already underway. MyRumahBaru reports a 339 percent quarter-on-quarter growth alongside a 200 percent increase in AI-assisted appointments. This shift reflects a growing demand for higher-quality transactions rather than sheer listing volume, signalling a meaningful transformation in how property deals are facilitated in Malaysia.
Paydibs Sdn Bhd has introduced a new cash-on-delivery (COD) solution designed to streamline the payment and shipment process for merchants by integrating both functions into a single workflow. The newly launched feature allows businesses to manage COD transactions seamlessly from the point of checkout through to fulfilment, offering a more efficient and simplified approach to handling COD orders within one unified system.
The rollout begins with an initial collaboration with a national logistics provider, with Pos Laju serving as the first fulfilment partner. Paydibs plans to gradually expand the solution to include additional logistics providers in the coming quarter, providing merchants with greater flexibility and wider delivery options as the platform continues to grow.
With the introduction of this feature, the COD option is now available directly on the Paydibs eCommerce checkout page. Merchants can offer “Cash on Delivery – COD” alongside other payment methods such as credit or debit cards and online banking, creating a seamless and convenient checkout experience for customers. This integration allows merchants to manage multiple payment options within the same platform without the need for separate systems.
COD remains a popular payment method among Malaysian consumers, largely due to the flexibility and sense of security it provides when making online purchases. However, managing COD orders has traditionally involved operational challenges such as manual tracking, fragmented processes between payment and logistics providers, and complicated reconciliation procedures.
Paydibs’ new COD feature addresses these challenges by allowing merchants to activate COD directly through their existing Paydibs setup without requiring additional system integration. Through a single dashboard, merchants can oversee both digital and COD payments, monitor order status, track delivery progress, and access settlement information in real time. This consolidated approach helps reduce administrative complexity and provides greater transparency throughout the transaction process.
The solution also improves operational efficiency by automatically triggering shipment and fulfilment workflows once a COD order is confirmed at checkout. By connecting payment confirmation with the logistics process, the system simplifies order management and reconciliation across the entire transaction lifecycle.
Tee Kean Kang, Chief Executive Officer of Paydibs
According to Tee Kean Kang, Chief Executive Officer of Paydibs, COD continues to play a significant role in Malaysia’s eCommerce ecosystem. He explained that the company’s goal is to reduce operational complexity for merchants by creating a unified payment-to-shipment flow that simplifies processes from checkout to fulfilment and final reconciliation.
By reducing friction in COD management, Paydibs aims to help merchants focus more on growing their businesses while ensuring customers enjoy a smooth and reliable online shopping experience. As the solution expands to include more logistics partners in the future, merchants can expect even greater flexibility in managing deliveries and COD transactions within a single platform.
In celebration of Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2026, MR D.I.Y. Malaysia has introduced its vibrant “Raya Sama-Sama” campaign, a nationwide initiative designed to bring Malaysians together through festive activities and affordable shopping. The campaign blends a lively dance challenge with prizes worth over RM80,000 and a major promotional sale aimed at helping households prepare for the festive season without stretching their budgets.
At the center of the campaign is the Raya Sama-Sama music video and dance challenge, which invites Malaysians to showcase their creativity through dance or lip-sync performances. Families, friends, and communities are encouraged to take part and share their festive spirit on social media platforms. This digital engagement is complemented by the Raya Sama-Sama Jimat promotion, reflecting MR D.I.Y.’s ongoing commitment to providing value-for-money products while making festive celebrations more accessible to everyone.
Raya Sama-Sama Dance Challenge with prizes worth over RM80,000
The Raya Sama-Sama Dance Challenge runs from 7 March to 7 April 2026, offering participants the chance to win a share of prizes worth more than RM80,000. One of the highlights of the competition is an exclusive invitation to a Raya open house featuring popular Malaysian singer Alif Satar and The Locos. To participate, entrants simply need to find the official “Raya Sama-Sama 2026” song on TikTok or Instagram, record a creative dance or lip-sync video with family or friends, upload the video using the official audio and the hashtag #RayaSamaSama2026, and submit the video link through the MR D.I.Y. campaign website.
Alongside the digital challenge, MR D.I.Y. has also rolled out the Raya Sama-Sama Jimat promotion, running from 23 February to 31 March 2026. Through this promotion, customers can shop for a wide range of Raya essentials at MR D.I.Y.’s signature “Always Low Prices,” with items starting from as low as RM2.
A wide range of festive household essentials for Raya preparations at value-for-money prices
The promotional range includes festive home décor and lighting, serving ware and kitchen essentials for Raya gatherings, cleaning supplies, home improvement tools, as well as car accessory bundles for balik kampung journeys. Customers can also find a variety of accessories and gifts suitable for the whole family.
According to Alex Goh, Vice President of Marketing at MR D.I.Y. Group (M) Sdn Bhd, the campaign was created to strengthen the spirit of togetherness that defines the Raya celebration. By combining an engaging digital challenge with affordable festive essentials, MR D.I.Y. aims to make Raya celebrations more inclusive, enjoyable, and memorable for Malaysians from all walks of life.
For more information about the campaign, the public can visit the official MR D.I.Y. website or follow the brand on its social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, XiaoHongShu, X, and YouTube.
Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB) has announced a landmark performance for Business Events Penang in 2025, underscoring the state’s growing reputation as a premier destination for high-value conferences, conventions, and corporate events. The sector recorded strong growth across key performance indicators, further strengthening Penang’s position in the regional and international business events landscape while contributing significantly to the state’s long-term development strategy under the Penang 2030 Vision.
According to the bureau, Penang hosted a total of 3,391 business events in 2025, representing a remarkable 64.7% increase compared to 2,059 events in 2024. The number of delegates also rose significantly to 451,198, reflecting a 47.8% growth, while total room nights reached 824,505, marking an increase of 47.6% year-on-year. These achievements collectively generated an estimated Economic Event Impact (EEI) of RM1.91 billion, highlighting the important role of business events in driving tourism revenue, hospitality demand, and broader economic activity across the state.
The strong performance was supported by ongoing infrastructure expansion and improved connectivity. Over the past year, Penang added more than 2,000 new hotel rooms, while expanded direct flight connectivity has made the destination more accessible for both regional and international delegates. These developments have enhanced Penang’s ability to host large-scale meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE), further elevating its competitiveness as a business events hub in Asia.
Penang State Exco for Tourism and Creative Economy, Wong Hon Wai, said the results demonstrate that business events play a crucial role in driving the state’s economic growth. He noted that the sector aligns closely with Penang’s long-term aspirations under the Penang 2030 agenda, which focuses on sustainable economic development and innovation. According to him, emerging industries such as advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and marine-related sectors present strong opportunities to attract more high-value international events that align with Penang’s economic priorities.
Meanwhile, Ashwin Gunasekeran emphasised that PCEB continues to adopt a strategic and data-driven approach to strengthen the state’s business events ecosystem. By leveraging market intelligence, global industry best practices, and collaborative partnerships, the bureau aims to help stakeholders transform opportunities into measurable outcomes that benefit Penang’s wider tourism and business landscape.
Looking ahead, Penang remains committed to attracting high-impact, strategic business events that deliver both immediate economic benefits and long-term value for the community. Central to this effort is the Penang Inspiring Meetings campaign, an initiative designed to position the destination as more than just a venue for events. The campaign focuses on creating meaningful and transformative experiences that connect people, ideas, and culture, while reinforcing Penang’s standing within the global business events community.
