An animated new chapter for Kuala Lumpur is set to commence this August as 118 Mall prepares for its official opening at the base of the world’s second-tallest tower. Situated within the historic Merdeka 118 precinct, the mall serves as a sophisticated bridge between the city’s rich heritage and a modern lifestyle, located within close proximity to Petaling Street, Stadium Merdeka, and Stadium Negara. As the initial phase of tenants begins interior fit-outs, the destination is entering the final stages of its transformation into a premier global landmark.
A sky-lit sanctuary: The Atmosphere on Level 4 features a spectacular 88-meter glass dome and 20,000 sq. ft. of event space powered by immersive LED screens.
A primary highlight of the development is the Malaysian Artisan District, a sprawling 80,000 sq. ft. space dedicated to celebrating local craftsmanship and creativity. This energetic gallery features the Makanizm Food Hall on Level 3, a 40,000 sq. ft. culinary destination focused on Malaysia’s renowned food scene. Visitors will experience a curated selection of international flagship stores alongside premium homegrown brands, including specialty offerings from Kenny Hills Cafe, ZUS Coffee, Oriental Kopi, and Serai Premium.
A spectacular sight from the Level 3 artisan sanctuary, capturing the seamless blend of local craftsmanship and the luminous heights above.
The retail portfolio is equally comprehensive, featuring flagship concepts from global brands such as Skechers and Decathlon, complemented by the exquisite craftsmanship of Habib Jewels. The lifestyle selection further includes high-street names like Coach, Hackett London, and Cole Haan. For daily essentials and family needs, the mall introduces the highly anticipated SOGO118—a contemporary evolution of the iconic SOGO brand—together with Village Grocer and HappiKiddo.
Rising above the retail levels is The Atmosphere on Level 4, an impressive 20,000 sq. ft. event piazza. This spirited social stage is illuminated by natural sunlight through a spectacular 88-meter diameter glass dome and features three massive LED screens designed for immersive digital art and live content. With over 70% of the retail space already committed, 118 Mall is positioned as a significant contributor to the “Visit Malaysia 2026” calendar, inviting the global community to “Live Your Story” starting this August.
myFirst, pencipta ekosistem teknologi kanak-kanak pertama di dunia, mengumumkan pelancaran dua kedai pengalaman flagship pertamanya di Malaysia, sekali gus menandakan pencapaian penting dalam pengembangan runcit jenama ini serta memperkenalkan ekosistem teknologi yang saling berhubung, kreatif dan mesra kanak-kanak melalui konsep pengalaman runcit baharu untuk keluarga. Kedua-dua myFirst Experience Store ini dijadualkan dibuka secara rasmi pada 1 Mei di LG1.128A, Sunway Pyramid dan L2-K206, IOI City Mall, dengan membawa ekosistem teknologi kanak-kanak myFirst ke dalam ruang runcit interaktif yang direka berteraskan permainan, penerokaan dan penglibatan keluarga.
Pelancaran ini mencerminkan perkembangan pesat teknologi khusus untuk kanak-kanak di Malaysia, di samping mengukuhkan komitmen myFirst untuk menjadikan teknologi yang selamat, bersesuaian dengan usia serta mampu memupuk kreativiti lebih mudah diakses oleh keluarga. Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif dan Pengasas myFirst, G-Jay Yong, menyatakan bahawa Malaysia merupakan pasaran pertumbuhan penting bagi syarikat tersebut, dan pembukaan dua kedai flagship ini menjadi langkah strategik untuk memperkukuh interaksi dengan keluarga tempatan. Beliau menjelaskan bahawa myFirst bukan sekadar mewujudkan kedai runcit, sebaliknya sebuah pusat pengalaman yang membolehkan ibu bapa dan anak-anak meneroka sendiri bagaimana teknologi dapat menyokong keselamatan, kreativiti dan hubungan yang bermakna.
Sunway Pyramid dan IOI City Mall dipilih sebagai lokasi penampilan sulung runcit fizikal myFirst berdasarkan demografi keluarga yang kukuh, dengan perancangan untuk memperluaskan kehadiran ke pusat beli-belah utama lain di Malaysia pada masa hadapan. Berbeza daripada kedai elektronik konvensional, myFirst Experience Store direka sebagai pusat pengalaman interaktif dengan pelbagai zon khas yang menghidupkan ekosistem jenama. Pengunjung boleh meneroka aplikasi myFirst Circle dan siri jam tangan pintar FONE yang dilengkapi ciri panggilan, panggilan video serta keselamatan berasaskan GPS. Kanak-kanak pula berpeluang mendalami dunia fotografi kreatif melalui kamera cetak segera myFirst yang menggalakkan ekspresi dan penerokaan, selain menyertai aktiviti interaktif menggunakan myFirst 3D Pen yang merangsang imaginasi, kreativiti dan pembelajaran melalui permainan. Pada masa yang sama, keluarga juga boleh merasai inovasi berfokuskan kesejahteraan seperti myFirst CareBuds Max yang menampilkan mod ketelusan pertama di dunia untuk kanak-kanak, membolehkan mereka menikmati audio imersif sambil kekal peka terhadap persekitaran.
Secara keseluruhannya, ruang-ruang ini mencerminkan visi myFirst bahawa teknologi berperanan sebagai alat untuk mengeratkan hubungan, merangsang kreativiti dan menyokong perkembangan kanak-kanak. Kedai ini turut mempamerkan rangkaian produk myFirst yang lebih luas, termasuk jam tangan pintar, kamera cetak segera, peranti audio dan alat kreatif, yang semuanya tersedia untuk percubaan serta demonstrasi secara langsung. Direka khusus untuk ibu bapa dengan anak kecil, konsep kedai pengalaman ini memenuhi permintaan yang semakin meningkat terhadap teknologi yang menyokong keselamatan kanak-kanak, komunikasi dan pembangunan kreatif dalam persekitaran digital yang dipercayai.
Pelancaran ini juga memperkukuh kehadiran myFirst di Malaysia melalui saluran dalam talian serta kerjasama dengan rakan runcit seperti Popular Holdings, TMT by Thunder Match dan ALL IT Hypermarket. Seiring peningkatan kesedaran dan permintaan terhadap teknologi berfokuskan kanak-kanak, kedai baharu ini menawarkan pendekatan yang lebih imersif untuk keluarga mendekati produk yang direka khusus untuk kanak-kanak. G-Jay Yong turut menegaskan bahawa kanak-kanak seharusnya mengalami teknologi dalam cara yang selamat, memberi inspirasi dan sesuai dengan usia mereka, dan melalui pembukaan kedai ini, myFirst berharap dapat membantu keluarga memahami potensi sebenar teknologi berhubung yang direka khusus untuk kanak-kanak.
Bagi meraikan pembukaan ini, myFirst akan menganjurkan sambutan dari 1 hingga 3 Mei di kedua-dua lokasi dengan pelbagai promosi eksklusif dan aktiviti mesra keluarga. Antara tawaran yang disediakan termasuk pemberian myFirst Fone M1 percuma berserta dua pek isi semula kepada 20 pelanggan pertama yang membeli myFirst Insta Lux, diskaun 15 peratus untuk semua produk bermula jam 11.30 pagi, peluang menyertai cabutan bertuah bagi setiap pembelian melebihi RM199, serta baucar ais krim Häagen-Dazs percuma untuk 100 pembeli terawal di Sunway Pyramid. Sambutan ini turut dimeriahkan dengan majlis perasmian dan persembahan tarian singa pada hari pembukaan. Menurut G-Jay Yong, acara ini bukan sekadar pelancaran kedai, tetapi satu sambutan yang memberi peluang kepada keluarga untuk meneroka, bermain dan merasai sendiri ekosistem myFirst bersama-sama. Orang ramai dijemput mengunjungi myFirst Experience Store bermula 1 Mei bagi menikmati pengalaman pembukaan eksklusif, manakala maklumat lanjut boleh didapati melalui laman web rasmi myFirst atau Instagram @myfirst.tech.my.
MR. ROBOT has successfully concluded a US$5 million funding round aimed at advancing the deployment of embodied artificial intelligence (AI) within the retail, logistics, and service sectors. This strategic capital injection facilitates the company’s mission to transition robotics from static industrial applications into dynamic, real-world commercial environments. As emphasized by CEO Yap, the next phase of robotic evolution centers on machines that operate autonomously alongside human workforces in complex settings such as supermarkets and warehouses.
The organization’s methodology diverges from traditional hardware-focused models by establishing a comprehensive ecosystem that integrates specialized training environments, data collection systems, and proprietary AI models. This infrastructure enables robotic units to acquire operational intelligence directly from their physical surroundings, ensuring continuous performance optimization. This technological framework is specifically designed to mitigate systemic operational pressures, including acute labor shortages and rising service costs currently impacting the retail and logistics industries.
At present, MR. ROBOT is conducting strategic pilot programs in live retail environments to refine applications such as autonomous shelf replenishment, goods movement, customer assistance, and store monitoring. These initiatives allow for the aggregation of real-world data, enabling the AI to adapt to the nuances of commercial operations while providing immediate logistical support. By deploying these service robots in hospitality and retail settings, the company is actively addressing critical labor gaps through high-fidelity automation.
Following this investment, MR. ROBOT intends to accelerate its research and development initiatives, build dedicated data infrastructure, and cultivate regional engineering talent. The company further plans to expand its pilot systems across Southeast Asia, positioning itself as a primary architect of the region’s autonomous commercial infrastructure. As embodied AI becomes increasingly integral to global commerce, MR. ROBOT remains committed to developing machines capable of sophisticated environmental interaction. Further corporate information is available at https://mr-robot.tech/.
CelcomDigi Berhad (“CelcomDigi”) terus memperkasa pengalaman peruncitan telekomunikasi di Malaysia menerusi pelancaran Endless Aisle di seluruh negara hasil kerjasama dengan Samsung Malaysia. Inisiatif ini merupakan satu langkah penting dalam mendekatkan penawaran gaya hidup digital kepada pelanggan melalui rangkaian kedai CelcomDigi. Sebagai syarikat telekomunikasi pertama di Malaysia yang menawarkan pengalaman peruncitan elektronik pengguna di lebih daripada 300 kedai di seluruh negara, CelcomDigi kini menyediakan kaedah yang lebih mudah dan menyeluruh untuk pelanggan memilih, membeli, menerima serta menghubungkan peranti mereka dalam satu kunjungan. Endless Aisle kini boleh didapati di semua CelcomDigi Store dan CelcomDigi Express di seluruh negara.
Inisiatif ini mula diperkenalkan sebagai projek perintis di CelcomDigi Store Life di The Gardens dan Sunway Pyramid, sekali gus menjadi pengalaman pertama seumpamanya dalam sektor peruncitan telekomunikasi di Malaysia. Platform digital imersif ini menghimpunkan rangkaian terkini produk gaya hidup digital Samsung seperti telefon pintar, peranti boleh pakai, televisyen pintar, peralatan rumah serta pelbagai elektronik gaya hidup, bersama tawaran penjimatan eksklusif untuk pelanggan CelcomDigi. Dengan peluasan ke lebih banyak lokasi, pelanggan kini dapat menikmati pengalaman yang lebih intuitif dalam meneroka teknologi terhubung terkini, dibantu oleh pakar di kedai CelcomDigi yang memastikan setiap peranti yang dibeli dapat disambungkan dengan lancar.
Ketua Pegawai Jualan dan Peruncitan CelcomDigi, Cheng Weng Hong, berkata bahawa dengan lebih 20 juta rakyat Malaysia dilayani melalui salah satu rangkaian peruncitan terbesar di negara ini, CelcomDigi berada dalam kedudukan kukuh untuk membentuk evolusi gaya hidup terhubung di Malaysia. Menurut beliau, inisiatif ini mencerminkan komitmen berterusan syarikat dalam meningkatkan pengalaman kehidupan terhubung dengan menawarkan lebih banyak kemudahan, pilihan serta nilai yang lebih baik kepada pengguna.
Beliau turut menegaskan bahawa peruncitan fizikal kekal sebagai pemacu strategik syarikat, yang mendorong usaha berterusan untuk meneroka pendekatan baharu serta menjalin kerjasama inovatif bagi memperkayakan pengalaman pelanggan. Kerjasama dengan Samsung Malaysia mencerminkan aspirasi tersebut, sekali gus membolehkan CelcomDigi menjadi antara perintis dalam memperkenalkan pengalaman peruncitan yang lebih lancar dan bersedia untuk masa hadapan. Pelanggan kini berpeluang memilih dan menikmati peranti serta teknologi rumah terkini dengan lebih mudah, di samping mengukuhkan pendekatan berteraskan pelanggan yang menjadikan teknologi lebih mudah diakses.
Sementara itu, Ketua Elektronik Pengguna Samsung Malaysia Electronics, Steven Koh, berkata bahawa pihaknya komited untuk menjadikan inovasi lebih mudah diakses dan relevan dalam kehidupan seharian. Kerjasama dengan CelcomDigi membolehkan ekosistem peranti terhubung dibawa lebih dekat kepada rakyat Malaysia, sekali gus mewujudkan pengalaman yang lancar daripada peringkat penemuan hingga pemilikan. Usaha ini juga bertujuan memudahkan pengguna menikmati kehidupan pintar dengan tahap kemudahan yang lebih baik.
Melalui Endless Aisle, pelanggan CelcomDigi turut menikmati pelbagai penjimatan menarik, termasuk diskaun sebanyak 15 peratus untuk pelanggan sedia ada atau baharu yang melanggan mana-mana pelan CelcomDigi, diskaun 30 peratus melalui pakej peranti CelcomDigi–Samsung, serta tawaran eksklusif tambahan untuk pelanggan CelcomDigi ONE Plan. Untuk maklumat lanjut, orang ramai boleh melayari laman web rasmi CelcomDigi di https://www.celcomdigi.com.
DOLLA is set to energize the biggest vivo V70 FE First Sales Roadshow in West Malaysia, where customers can pre-order now and enjoy an instant RM100 discount. The Muse Purple variant takes center stage, accompanied by exciting gifts and lucky draws worth up to RM15,000.
On April 18 at 3:30PM, DOLLA will meet fans live with an electrifying performance, showcasing why even they can’t resist the appeal of the vivo V70 FE Muse Purple. For those looking to upgrade their smartphone, this roadshow at Sunway Pyramid offers three interactive experience zones where visitors can take part in fun challenges to win exclusive prizes. Shoppers who purchase any vivo smartphone worth RM1,000 or more will also have the chance to join lucky draws with prizes totaling RM15,000.
The roadshow will be held at LG2 Orange Concourse, Sunway Pyramid from April 13 to 19, 2026, running daily from 10:00AM to 10:00PM. Featured models include the vivo V70 FE, X300 Pro, X300, V70, and Y21 5G. Visitors can also enjoy special perks such as trade-in offers, 0% instalment plans, and free gifts while stocks last, subject to terms and conditions.
In terms of performance, the device is equipped with a 200MP OIS Ultra-Clear main camera, a flagship-grade 1/1.56-inch large sensor, CIPA 4.0 ultra stabilization, and AI 30x Super Zoom, ensuring every shot remains sharp whether capturing wide landscapes or fine details. It also features a powerful 7000mAh BlueVolt battery with 90W FlashCharge, delivering all-day usage and up to 43.8 hours of YouTube playback, making it ideal for travel, outdoor activities, or heavy daily use.
In Malaysia’s evolving home and living landscape, kitchenware rarely commands attention — until it disrupts daily routines. It is not a dramatic, viral purchase, but a quiet essential that shapes how households cook, store, and organise their lives. Yet within this everyday category lies what industry observers describe as the “missing middle”: a gap between low-cost, disposable options and premium, design-led brands that may feel financially out of reach. Bridging that divide is Fukuro Malaysia, a homegrown brand positioning itself deliberately between affordability and quality, offering international-grade, design-conscious kitchen essentials at accessible prices for everyday families.
Rather than reinventing basic tools, Fukuro focuses on refining fundamentals — ensuring that products feel sturdy, modern, and thoughtfully designed without inflating them into luxury statements. The brand applies FMCG-style discipline to a category often treated as purely transactional. This means intentional assortment planning, consistent pricing structures, active retail visibility, and prioritised availability across departmental stores, premium grocers, supermarkets, and hypermarkets. The philosophy is straightforward: when consumers need reliable kitchenware, the brand should already be within reach — not buried in a niche shelf or limited to online-only discovery.
This approach aligns closely with shifting household behaviour. As living costs fluctuate and food expenses outside the home rise, more Malaysians are returning to packed lunches, leftovers, and practical weekday cooking. At the same time, digital influence has reshaped purchase expectations. With high social media penetration nationwide, consumers increasingly value kitchenware that complements modern home aesthetics, balancing utility with visual appeal. Today’s kitchen tools are no longer just functional items; they are extensions of personal identity within compact urban living spaces.
Rokku Clip Lock Containers
A recent example of Fukuro’s positioning is its Rokku Food Storage Series, launched in February 2026. The nine-SKU lineup — comprising six Clip Lock Containers and three Airlock Canisters — is designed for daily meal preparation and organised storage. Anchoring its “accessible but solid” promise, a 550 ml Clip Lock Container priced at RM9.90 illustrates how affordability and durability can coexist. However, the broader story is less about a single product range and more about disciplined brand-building. Since its establishment in 2020, Fukuro’s growth has been driven by retail penetration across multiple channels, repeat purchases, and consistent five-star consumer feedback rather than one-off viral campaigns.
Co-founder Daryl Lai emphasises that building the “missing middle” in kitchenware is challenging precisely because it requires balance — resisting the race to the bottom on price while avoiding over-positioning as aspirational luxury. For Fukuro, availability itself is a pillar of trust, particularly for young households shopping within real-world routines. By prioritising route-to-market fundamentals over marketing noise, the brand demonstrates that longevity in retail often depends less on hype and more on consistent execution.
As Malaysian consumers become more selective and value-conscious, brands that master the basics — quality, price discipline, retail visibility, and everyday usability — are likely to stand the test of time. In a crowded market of extremes, Fukuro Malaysia’s steady, methodical approach suggests that sometimes the strongest strategy is not disruption, but dependable presence in kitchens across the country.
