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International WONDA Coffee Day Takes On A Spicy Malaysian Twist This Year

WONDA Coffee Launches Limited Edition Spice Coffee Range WONDA Coffee also embarks on initiatives to encourage Malaysians to sign up for vaccinations this International WONDA Coffee Day Meant to be an experience like no other, WONDA Coffee, is treating coffee enthusiasts in Malaysia with a limited-edition Spice Coffee range this International WONDA Coffee Day 2021 (“IWCD”) for the 8th year in a row. WONDA Coffee’s latest range will be the first product of its kind to be introduced to the Malaysian ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage market and is set to elevate the coffee drinking experience with a spicy twist. “Every International WONDA Coffee Day, we strive to bring something new and exciting for our consumers who have always supported the brand through all the years. With the launch of our new limited time offer range, we hope that Malaysians are able to enjoy the classic taste of WONDA Coffee infused with Asian spices,” said Yee Pek Kuan, Vice President of Marketing at Etika. To truly re...

Garmin Malaysia Presents: The Garmin Run Club 21 KM Training Program

Garmin Malaysia today presents the Garmin Run Club 21 KM training program, a series of calibrated training activities designed by Garmin Certified Coaches, Coach Faiz and Coach Akashah in league with Garmin’s accomplished coaching experience and research to benefit all who wish to get effectively ahead in their runs or marathon training. The registration with a minimal fee of RM 50, begins on 23 August until 31 August 2021. Kicking off on the 1st of September 2021, the training period will take place until 20 November 2021, giving participants a comfortable timeframe to refine their approach to practise and adequately prepare for all types of running events, specifically, to compete in a 21 KM marathon category effortlessly. The training program will be conducted virtually through the Garmin Sports App with Akashah and Faiz, both certified coaches of the Garmin Run Club Asia for a personalised experience suitable for runners of various skill levels. In 12 weeks of unique sessions, the...

Kaspersky foils over 2K mobile malware per day in SEA

Global cybersecurity company underlines mobile threat is now a concern for enterprises and employees alike amidst the continuing remote work As the pandemic continues to grip countries in Southeast Asia (SEA), more workers are expected to set-up their remote office environment, if not continue to work virtually. This trend keeps the population safer physically, but also open vulnerabilities against enterprises. Global cybersecurity company Kaspersky has detected and blocked 382,578 mobile attacks against users in SEA during the first half of 2021. This is a 14% increase compared with the same period last year with 336,680 incidents. The mobile attacks detected and blocked covers the general Kaspersky users from the region. Even though the Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) has been a trend before the pandemic, its use have increased exponentially since 2020 as companies adapted their IT infrastructure for business continuity. This, in turn, increased employee’s role in a company’s network...

Galaxy Z Fold3 5G: Unfold Next-Level Productivity and Entertainment Experiences

A new chapter has opened in Samsung’s innovation journey. Building on the groundbreaking features of its predecessors, Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is taking the foldable experience to the next level. Featuring an immersive 7.6-inch Infinity Flex Display, Z Fold3 is a true multitasking powerhouse with unrivalled performance. With Under display camera technology, you can now enjoy uninterrupted viewing experiences and stay fully engaged in your favorite content. Furthermore, for the first time ever, Samsung is bringing the S Pen experience to a foldable smartphone. By combining the Samsung fan-favorite S Pen with an expansive display and the functionalities enabled by Flex mode, Z Fold3 delivers new ways for users to power their productivity and creativity. Built with Armor Aluminum and equipped with IPX8 [1] water resistance, Z Fold3 brings together the very best of Samsung’s innovations to deliver a mobile experience unlike any other. Check out the infographic to learn more. [1] IPX8 is based ...

gateway@klia2 Invites Shoppers To ‘Adopt A Bento’ And Dedicate Your Messages of Support to The Frontliners

gateway@klia2, one of the shopping malls under WCT Malls Management Sdn Bhd (“WCT Malls”) is celebrating Merdeka and Malaysia Day with an ‘Adopt a Bento’ meal donation drive. This initiative allows shoppers to demonstrate their appreciation to the medical frontliners through a lunch box along with personalised messages. The campaign is designed to spring into action to thank overwhelmed frontline heroes and deliver words of encouragement to those who have been working courageously and relentlessly every day to help the community in the battle against COVID-19. Shoppers can be part of this initiative by ‘adopting a Bento’ at only RM10 from 24th August until 12th September. They can write down their ‘thank you’ messages on a special wish card which will be attached to the lunch box for the receiving frontliners. Donations can be made at the Concierge Counter located at Level 3 of gateway@klia2 by cash, or through bank transfer or TnG e-wallet and fill in your messages HERE . Selena Chua,...

Schneider Electric introduces new program with digital upskilling tools and training for Malaysian companies

Schneider Electric today launches mySchneider Consultants, Designers and Engineers Program – a digital ecosystem designed exclusively for Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) professionals. Schneider Electric, the leader of digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced the launch of mySchneider Consultants, Designers and Engineers Program – a new way to encourage digital upskilling and collaborative solutions within Schneider Electric’s energy management ecosystem. The health crisis has accelerated the rise of a digital economy, demanding speed, and a quick pivot in strategies for both global and local businesses. In Malaysia, it is vital for businesses to adapt and prepare its employees to the new digital normal, not only to survive but remain resilient during these unprecedented times. A 2020 World Economic Forum (WEF) study on the Future of Jobs revealed that Malaysian companies are shifting their skill needs, with 86 percent looking to automate wo...

Phuket’s Travel and Tourism Leaders Hail Approval of Sputnik Vaccine as the Russian Market Prepares to Take Flight

Industry eyes a portion of the 700,000-plus direct-to-Phuket Russian arrivals over a five-month period (November-March) as the so-called “snowbirds” plan their return Tourism stakeholders in Phuket are heralding the landmark approval of the Sputnik vaccine by the Thailand’s Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) that is set to unleash the Russian market on the southern Thai island. Phuket has for years been a very popular destination with Russian travellers, peaking in 2019 with over 700,000 arrivals in a short five-month period in 2019, all arriving on direct flights from the Russian Federation. A total of 1.4 million Russians visited Phuket in 2019. The traditional snowbird period from November to March is when temperatures drop severely in Russia and also in many parts of northern Europe, signaling travelers to take flight for the tropical chimes and clear blue skies of Phuket. Bhummikitti Ruktaengam “This is great news for Phuket. It’s time to go beyond the Sandbox and...

Nurturing the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs: Winners of the 15th Annual FedEx Express / JA International Trade Challenge Announced

60 of the region’s future entrepreneurs from ten AMEA markets compete Winners of the FedEx Express/JA International Trade Challenge 2021 AMEA Finals FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, together with Junior Achievement (JA) Asia Pacific, announced the winners of the 15th annual FedEx Express/JA International Trade Challenge (ITC) finals. The competition expanded to Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (AMEA) and for the first time, included participants from India and Indonesia joining the competition. The 15th edition of the competition drew students from ten AMEA markets - Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, and Vietnam. The AMEA finalists had already won through local market competitions fending off more than 4,000 other aspiring student entrepreneurs. Despite the pandemic and specifically how it has ...

MISF Passes the Baton After a Successful Stint

Wish for ISAM to continue the success of MISF and absorb the talents and technical team The Malaysia Ice Skating Federation team at the 2019 SEA Games in Philippines  The Malaysia Ice Skating Federation (MISF) was confirmed as the governing body of the ice skating sport (figure skating and short track speed skating) in Malaysia by the Sports Commissioner (SC) in December 2018. Irene Cheow, President of the Malaysia Ice Skating Federation said, “We are very honored to have been instrumental in developing quality skaters and promoting the sport while elevating the standard of ice skating to be on par with global standards. We had the privilege of maximizing the potential of promising talents and shaping them to be champions while providing them with the opportunity to compete on the global stage.” Since the inception of MISF, the body has been successfully developing this winter sport, empowering its talents through development programmes, helping them to showcase their talent while ...

Instilling Loyalty and Love for Country with the #MalaysiaDiHatiku Campaign

With many Malaysians facing significant challenges at this moment, it can be hard to inspire each other and remind ourselves of what this country has managed to achieve over the decades. In a bid to bring back the ‘Malaysia Boleh’ spirit and feeling of goodwill among the community, Samsung Malaysia Electronics has launched the #MalaysiaDiHatiku Campaign. To kick-start the campaign, Samsung in partnership with Universal Music Malaysia, has launched the Malaysia Di Hatiku song to remind all Malaysians on the love we have for the country. The song features the musical talents of hip-hop artist Yonnyboii, Tabby from rising girl group Dolla and duo-rappers Kmy Kmo and Luca Sikta. With the aim of sharing this goodwill, from now until 2 September 2021, Samsung is calling on Malaysians to take part in #MalaysiaDiHatiku campaign on TikTok. Participants just need to record themselves singing alongside the artists in this duet singing hashtag challenge. When ready, they can caption their video wi...

Studies identify nutritional gaps among Malaysian pregnant women

Anmum TM MATERNA is formulated with key nutrients to support nutritional needs during pregnancy According to studies, 9 out of 10 Malaysian pregnant mums are not getting sufficient folate, calcium and fibre [1],[2] . This calcium insufficiency from dietary intake could be further worsened as only 25.6% of pregnant mums get enough vitamin D [3] , which is required for the body to absorb calcium [4] . In addition, not all Malaysian pregnant mums are getting adequate amounts of iron to support their pregnancy [2] . Anmum TM MATERNA, the No. 1 Pre-natal Milk brand in Malaysia * is scientifically formulated to include key nutrients to support the nutritional needs of Malaysian pregnant women. Nutrients such as Folic acid and Calcium are important to support foetal growth and development while maintaining or developing strong bones and teeth for both mother and foetus. It is crucial to support the eight (8) important aspects of pregnancy. Pregnant women have higher nutritional requiremen...

HUAWEI Unveils Developer Technology Upgrades for Enhanced User Experience

HUAWEI Developer Day (HDD) Malaysia 2021 Introduces Brand-New Open Capabilities for an Intelligent Ecosystem in Malaysia More than 300 local app developers have come together virtually for the annual HUAWEI Developer Day Malaysia, in partnership with Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), Malaysian Administrative Modernisation and Management Planning Unit (MAMPU), CyberSecurity Malaysia, TusStar, SYOK and Doc2Us. During the two-day virtual livestream event, HUAWEI announced comprehensive upgrades to its existing capabilities, developer tools and developer incentives, as well as presented best practices from selected content providers. The brand also unveiled the HMS (HUAWEI Mobile Services) Ecosystem update with brand-new open capabilities in HMS Core 6.0, which comes supported by HarmonyOS2; along with a feature of the HUAWEI Certified Developer Program. Malaysia poses as an alluring market for app developers with the acceleration of digital transformation in the nation over the...