Impact of cloud complexity on cybersecurity risk and AI's role in this mix
Organizations who are adopting multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environments are having to navigate new complexities that emerge as they expand on cloud. As these cloud environments lead to the expansion of attack surfaces, a global survey conducted by Gigamon found that 93% of IT and security leaders predict cloud security attacks will increase this year.
Tue Jul 16 2024
![Parliament: Bumiputera student enrollment at SJKC nearly doubled over 10-year period - MOE Parliament: Bumiputera student enrollment at SJKC nearly doubled over 10-year period - MOE](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/71720675536_Student.jpg)
Parliament: Bumiputera student enrollment at SJKC nearly doubled over 10-year period - MOE
For Tamil national-type primary schools, there has been an increase in the enrollment of Bumiputera students this year, MOE said.
Thu Jul 11 2024
![Malaysia says aims to sign joint SEZ deal with Singapore in Sept Malaysia says aims to sign joint SEZ deal with Singapore in Sept](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/81710161683_TBRAFIZIRAMLI.jpg)
Malaysia says aims to sign joint SEZ deal with Singapore in Sept
Rafizi Ramli said the final pact will be signed ahead of an annual retreat between the leaders of Singapore and Malaysia later this year.
Wed Jul 10 2024
![Indonesia sees rising trend in disasters - BNPB Indonesia sees rising trend in disasters - BNPB](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/61717064386_Marapi.jpg)
Indonesia sees rising trend in disasters - BNPB
Indonesia has observed a rising trend in disasters this year averaging 20 incidents daily, according to the National Disaster Management Agency.
Fri Jun 28 2024
![Malaysia expected to export fresh durian to China by October this year Malaysia expected to export fresh durian to China by October this year](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41719479735_RAJABUAHdurian.jpg)
Malaysia expected to export fresh durian to China by October this year
Last year, Malaysia exported fruits worth RM2 billion of which 56 per cent were durians.
Thu Jun 27 2024
![Haj deaths show challenge of shielding pilgrims from scorching climate Haj deaths show challenge of shielding pilgrims from scorching climate](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41718852895_Muslimpilgrims.jpg)
Haj deaths show challenge of shielding pilgrims from scorching climate
Hundreds of the pilgrims who died in fierce heat at this year's haj were not officially registered with the Saudi authorities.
Thu Jun 27 2024
![Blackrock investments in Malaysia reach RM27.5 bln, withdrawal will have negative implications Blackrock investments in Malaysia reach RM27.5 bln, withdrawal will have negative implications](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/61719391981_tbTengkuZafrul.jpg)
Blackrock investments in Malaysia reach RM27.5 bln, withdrawal will have negative implications
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said BlackRock holds equity investments in 100 public-listed companies in Malaysia as of May this year.
Thu Jun 27 2024
![Govt confident of achieving 2024 inflation, GDP targets even with diesel subsidy retargeting Govt confident of achieving 2024 inflation, GDP targets even with diesel subsidy retargeting](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/61710826372_TBAMIRHAMZAH.jpg)
Govt confident of achieving 2024 inflation, GDP targets even with diesel subsidy retargeting
The government is targeting headline inflation of 2.0-3.5 per cent and gross domestic product growth of 4.0-5.0 per cent for this year.
Mon Jun 24 2024
Consider This: National Training Week 2024 (Part 2) - Building a Culture of Continuous Learning
Returning for its second year, National Training Week 2024 is happening from 24th to 30th of June and offers a series of free training sessions, designed to boost the skills of Malaysians. This year’s edition focuses on fostering a lifelong learning mindset, and to help participants navigate the challenges of today's workforce. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Soffian Amin, Chief Programmes Officer at Human Resource Development Corporation (HRD Corp) and Shuhaibahtulaslamiah Hurmuzan, Group Chief Human Capital Officer at SME Bank.
Tue Jun 11 2024
Consider This: National Training Week 2024 (Part 2) - Building a Culture of Continuous Learning
Returning for its second year, National Training Week 2024 is happening from 24th to 30th of June and offers a series of free training sessions, designed to boost the skills of Malaysians. This year’s edition focuses on fostering a lifelong learning mindset, and to help participants navigate the challenges of today's workforce. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Soffian Amin, Chief Programmes Officer at Human Resource Development Corporation (HRD Corp) and Shuhaibahtulaslamiah Hurmuzan, Group Chief Human Capital Officer at SME Bank.
Tue Jun 11 2024
![SpaceX's Starship survives return to Earth, aces landing test on fourth try SpaceX's Starship survives return to Earth, aces landing test on fourth try](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81717727811_SpaceXsStarship.jpg)
SpaceX's Starship survives return to Earth, aces landing test on fourth try
Elon Musk said SpaceX is planning at least six Starship test flights this year, with more expected in the years ahead.
Fri Jun 07 2024
![“Malaysia Madani: Jiwa Merdeka” theme for 2024 National Day & Malaysia Day celebrations “Malaysia Madani: Jiwa Merdeka” theme for 2024 National Day & Malaysia Day celebrations](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41717577304_tbFahmiFadzil.jpg)
“Malaysia Madani: Jiwa Merdeka” theme for 2024 National Day & Malaysia Day celebrations
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the Cabinet also agreed to retain the last year's HKHM logo for this year's celebrations.
Wed Jun 05 2024
![Former Meta engineer sues company saying he was fired over handling of Gaza content Former Meta engineer sues company saying he was fired over handling of Gaza content](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/41709656518_MetaPlatforms.jpg)
Former Meta engineer sues company saying he was fired over handling of Gaza content
Nearly 200 Meta employees raised similar concerns in an open letter to Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg and other leaders earlier this year.
Wed Jun 05 2024
![Five powers plan bigger, deeper Asia military drills Five powers plan bigger, deeper Asia military drills](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81717140595_ShangriLaDialogue.jpg)
Five powers plan bigger, deeper Asia military drills
Australia, Britain, Malaysia, New Zealand and Singapore have agreed to stage more complex military drills in the region this year.
Fri May 31 2024
Consider This: Penang LRT (Part 2) — Should Trackless Trams Be On the Table?
Penang’s LRT system, The Mutiara Line, recently received Cabinet approval for construction to commence, expected to break ground in the fourth quarter of this year. However, not everyone is convinced that an LRT system is Penang’s best option. Some advocate for a trackless tram system, an Autonomous Rapid Transit, or ART. What would best serve Penang’s transportation needs? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Zairil Khir Johari, Penang State Government Exco Member for Infrastructure, Transport & Digital.
Thu May 30 2024