Consider This: Are We All Financialised? How Modern Finance Shapes Our World
A recent report by Khazanah Research Institute (KRI), ‘The Financialisation of Our Lives: Values and Trade-offs,’ helps to shed light on how financial systems, which were initially designed to fuel economic growth, are now fuelling household debt. With the proliferation of financial schemes like Buy Now Pay Later, how do modern financial practices affect our daily lives and long-term financial health? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Suraya Ismail, Director of Research at Khazanah Research Institute, and Shereen Hazirah Hishamudin Senior Research Associate at KRI.
Tue Jul 02 2024
![Employers favour business school graduates for human skills despite rise of AI Employers favour business school graduates for human skills despite rise of AI](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-03/71648249113_TBhandshake.jpg)
Employers favour business school graduates for human skills despite rise of AI
Employers prioritise strategic thinking, leadership and problem-solving, emphasizing the growing value of tech skills.
Tue Jul 02 2024
![Sultan Ibrahim channels RM1.75 mln to Federal Government to bid for FFF1 plate Sultan Ibrahim channels RM1.75 mln to Federal Government to bid for FFF1 plate](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41718851457_SultanIbrahimSulta.jpg)
Sultan Ibrahim channels RM1.75 mln to Federal Government to bid for FFF1 plate
The King hopes the value of the bid channeled to the federal government would be used to help the people.
Thu Jun 20 2024
![Malaysia approved RM114.7 bln investments in data centres, cloud services from 2021 to 2023 Malaysia approved RM114.7 bln investments in data centres, cloud services from 2021 to 2023](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81718102024_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Malaysia approved RM114.7 bln investments in data centres, cloud services from 2021 to 2023
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said these investments have created 2,325 high-value new jobs in specialised fields.
Tue Jun 11 2024
![The case for coding automated vehicles with human values The case for coding automated vehicles with human values](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41717759695_robotcars.jpg)
The case for coding automated vehicles with human values
As with other forms of AI, humans must weigh the costs and benefits of incorporating this new technology into their lives.
Sat Jun 08 2024
![Malay language's diplomatic debut in Beijing, 50 years on Malay language's diplomatic debut in Beijing, 50 years on](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41717127377_BahasaMelayu.jpg)
Malay language's diplomatic debut in Beijing, 50 years on
From trade to education, this Malaysia-China friendship is able to provide added value to both countries in the future.
Fri May 31 2024
![Malaysia Airlines announced as main sponsor of Harimau Malaya, FAM Malaysia Airlines announced as main sponsor of Harimau Malaya, FAM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/71717055666_FAM.jpg)
Malaysia Airlines announced as main sponsor of Harimau Malaya, FAM
FAM announced this through a statement but did not disclose the value of the sponsorship, with both parties having collaborated since 2019.
Thu May 30 2024
![Know thyself − all too well: Why Taylor Swift’s songs are philosophy Know thyself − all too well: Why Taylor Swift’s songs are philosophy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/81668846962_TaylorSwift.jpg)
Know thyself − all too well: Why Taylor Swift’s songs are philosophy
Several Taylor Swift songs address the value of self-understanding, even when its difficult.
Sat May 18 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Reviving our hope in Malaysia’s talent development [COLUMNIST] Reviving our hope in Malaysia’s talent development](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/61692348006_AIpowered.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Reviving our hope in Malaysia’s talent development
Malaysia should adopt these values to cultivate a robust educational ecosystem that not only nurture cognitive aptitude but also the emotional intelligence of its children and youths.
Fri May 10 2024
![Malaysia prepared to explore new areas of cooperation with Saudi Arabia - PM Malaysia prepared to explore new areas of cooperation with Saudi Arabia - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/41714439460_tbWEF.jpg)
Malaysia prepared to explore new areas of cooperation with Saudi Arabia - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim welcomed Saudi Arabian investors to Malaysia to explore potential investments in high-value projects.
Tue Apr 30 2024
![Tony Fernandes signs 5-year extension as Capital A CEO Tony Fernandes signs 5-year extension as Capital A CEO](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/41682412981_TonyFernandes.jpg)
Tony Fernandes signs 5-year extension as Capital A CEO
Tony Fernandes said will focus on returning value to shareholders during renewed term, while creating a narrow-term strategy for the group.
Wed Apr 24 2024
![Malaysia aims to attract global unicorns via unicorn golden pass - Rafizi Malaysia aims to attract global unicorns via unicorn golden pass - Rafizi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/81713762761_FAHMIFADZILjpg.jpg)
Malaysia aims to attract global unicorns via unicorn golden pass - Rafizi
Malaysia aims to attract global unicorns via Unicorn Golden Pass so that high-skilled and high-value jobs are created, said Rafizi Ramli.
Mon Apr 22 2024
![TH announces 3.1% profit distribution for 2023 TH announces 3.1% profit distribution for 2023](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/71697875574_TabungHaji.jpg)
TH announces 3.1% profit distribution for 2023
The profit for 2023 was announced based on the audited financial statements and after taking into account the impairment in the value of investment properties in Saudi Arabia and the UK.
Tue Apr 02 2024
![Hot weather: Electricity bill calculated based on usage, not property value - DPM Fadillah Hot weather: Electricity bill calculated based on usage, not property value - DPM Fadillah](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/41711356177_TBFADILLAHYUSOF.jpg)
Hot weather: Electricity bill calculated based on usage, not property value - DPM Fadillah
Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said currently, global fuel prices remain high, resulting in an increase in electricity generation costs.
Mon Mar 25 2024
![Singapore ex-Transport Minister faces 8 new charges in graft case Singapore ex-Transport Minister faces 8 new charges in graft case](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/61705612219_SIswaranSingapor.jpg)
Singapore ex-Transport Minister faces 8 new charges in graft case
CPIB said S. Iswaran was alleged to have obtained the gifts with a total value of about S$18,956.94, while minister from an individual.
Mon Mar 25 2024