![[Columnist] Malaysia’s High-Stakes Tech Tango: Balancing Aspirations and Cybersecurity Concerns [Columnist] Malaysia’s High-Stakes Tech Tango: Balancing Aspirations and Cybersecurity Concerns](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2017-11/81510815742_CyberAttacks.jpg)
[Columnist] Malaysia’s High-Stakes Tech Tango: Balancing Aspirations and Cybersecurity Concerns
Malaysia's journey towards embracing 5G technology serves as a microcosm of the global tug-of-war between technological progress and cybersecurity.
Sun Oct 29 2023
![Balancing future savings and present demands Balancing future savings and present demands](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/41692074215_tbMCMUAstroAwani.jpg)
Balancing future savings and present demands
As Malaysia navigates the intersection of savings, investments, and societal needs, the transformative journey beckons, underpinned by the promise of a brighter tomorrow.
Tue Aug 15 2023
It's About YOUth: Playing our part to fight misinformation
As the number of TikTok users in Malaysia continue to rise, so do concerns over the rapid spread of hate speech and misinformation on such platforms. Mediha Mahmood from the Content Forum and Hafizin Tajudin of TikTok Malaysia speak on balancing creativity with responsibility, and playing our part in the fight against misinformation.
Fri May 26 2023
![[COLUMNIST] Malaysia's diplomatic dance: Balancing economic and political interests in a shifting world [COLUMNIST] Malaysia's diplomatic dance: Balancing economic and political interests in a shifting world](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/71681031918_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Malaysia's diplomatic dance: Balancing economic and political interests in a shifting world
Malaysia's Diplomatic Dance: Balancing Economic and Political Interests in a Shifting World
Sun Apr 09 2023
AWANI Review: Getting it right: Balancing growth and profitability
The key to success is finding the right balance between growth and profitability. Rimini Street CEO Seth Ravin discusses how businesses can reduce cost and reallocate resources to key digital priorities to drive growth.
Sat Feb 25 2023
![Balancing sports and study key to An Najwa's success Balancing sports and study key to An Najwa's success](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/61669458741_AnNajwa.jpg)
Balancing sports and study key to An Najwa's success
The persistence of national netball player An Najwa Azizan in balancing her sports interest and studies paid off when she successfully earned a Bachelor's Degree in Communication.
Sat Nov 26 2022
![Political, economic, pandemic issues toughest challenges for PM Ismail Sabri Political, economic, pandemic issues toughest challenges for PM Ismail Sabri](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/51660949011_TBpakmail.jpg)
Political, economic, pandemic issues toughest challenges for PM Ismail Sabri
Dealing with political instability, delicately balancing the country's economy and keeping people healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic were the toughest of challenges Ismail Sabri faced.
Sat Aug 20 2022
![Govt borrowing cost increases RM830 mln a year due to EPF withdrawals of RM101 bln Govt borrowing cost increases RM830 mln a year due to EPF withdrawals of RM101 bln](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-03/61647262396_TBTENGKUZAFRUL.jpg)
Govt borrowing cost increases RM830 mln a year due to EPF withdrawals of RM101 bln
The negative impact from portfolio balancing by the EPF due to withdrawals by its members has caused the borrowing cost of the government to increase due to added interest payments.
Mon Mar 14 2022
![[COLUMNIST] A framework towards controlled border reopening [COLUMNIST] A framework towards controlled border reopening](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-02/51645760760_MALAYSIA.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] A framework towards controlled border reopening
There is a real need to minimise transmission and increase vigilance on the risk of variants while balancing economic and diplomatic needs.
Fri Feb 25 2022
![Australian PM says his government was too optimistic before Omicron surge Australian PM says his government was too optimistic before Omicron surge](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/41633112744_ScottMorrison.jpg)
Australian PM says his government was "too optimistic" before Omicron surge
Morrison said his focus had been on balancing health objectives with the economy, and Omicron had changed the rules.
Tue Feb 01 2022
![Xi's new year's resolutions are hard balancing act Xi's new year's resolutions are hard balancing act](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/71639387420_xijinping.jpg)
Xi's new year's resolutions are hard balancing act
President Xi Jinping has turned new year's resolutions into a conundrum for officials busy carrying out his cleanup campaign.
Mon Dec 13 2021
![Tokyo Olympics: A tough balancing act for Farah Ann Tokyo Olympics: A tough balancing act for Farah Ann](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2019-05/61557825263_GimnastikFarahAnn.jpg)
Tokyo Olympics: A tough balancing act for Farah Ann
Shu Wai admitted that Farah Ann is still struggling to find her footing on the balance beam.
Tue Jul 20 2021
![Tan Sri Muhyiddin's first year as Prime Minister of Malaysia Tan Sri Muhyiddin's first year as Prime Minister of Malaysia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/81614486507_PMkomunit.jpg)
Tan Sri Muhyiddin's first year as Prime Minister of Malaysia
Balancing lives and livelihoods is a Herculean task facing most governments. Malaysia is certainly within the top bracket of nations in the handling of the pandemic.
Mon Mar 01 2021
![Terrifying moment for family when vehicle ends up balancing on bridge edge Terrifying moment for family when vehicle ends up balancing on bridge edge](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-11/61606726434_BOMBA.jpg)
Terrifying moment for family when vehicle ends up balancing on bridge edge
They found the vehicle on the edge of the bridge with its right front and rear tyre hanging, and the victims still inside.
Sun Dec 20 2020
![Budget 2021: MAF to optimise operations of assets with RM2.3 bln allocation - Affendi Budget 2021: MAF to optimise operations of assets with RM2.3 bln allocation - Affendi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-09/61600779462_TANSRIAFFENDIBUANG.jpg)
Budget 2021: MAF to optimise operations of assets with RM2.3 bln allocation - Affendi
He said MAF was aware of the importance of balancing its military capabilities based on the financial allocation provided by the government.
Sat Nov 07 2020