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Under the National Recovery Plan, the Nail Industry (Pedicure & Manicure) is listed as one of the three high-risk industries together with spas and pubs. The Malaysian Association of Nail Industry (MANI) insists the high-risk classification is inaccurate, adding that most nail salons and suppliers may not survive the wait for Phase 4 to reopen. Image Credit: Photographer_ME | ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shopping malls and other retail outlets are appealing to the government to reopen by the 15th of July or when Malaysia’s 10% vaccination target is achieved, and are also displeased about the postponement of the plan to operate as vaccination centres to August. Image Credit: mokjc | ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WOBB, the leading job platform for professional junior to mid-level talent will rebrand to Hiredly - becoming a unique hybrid recruitment platform, having a new visual identity, a completely overhauled brand new website for a better job discovery experience, new recruitment automation solutions, and that junior to mid-level talent can now get headhunted, among other highlights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the government has secured enough vaccines from overseas to cover over 100% of our population, efforts are ongoing to develop a Malaysian-made Covid-19 vaccine. The Institute for Medical Research says the project means a lot to Malaysia because it goes beyond the war against Covid-19. Image Credit: M-Foto | Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malaysian e-wallet Boost and major e-commerce platform Lazada are both individually running campaigns to shift micro, small, and medium enterprises online. Click here for more information on Shop Malaysia Online and here for information on Go-eCommerce. Image Credit: YuriAbas | ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Astro’s partnership with Netflix came as a surprise to many. The announcement also came within weeks of Disney+ Hotstar’s launch in the country - with Astro as its official partner. What does this mean for the future of streaming services here in Malaysia, and is a singular platform the best way to tackle the local market?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Economists are warning that the enhanced movement control order (EMCO) that applies to large parts of Selangor and Kuala Lumpur will affect the already struggling economy further, potentially leaving a permanent mark. Image Credit: Abdul Razak Latif | ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the Global Cybersecurity Index 2020 report conducted by the International Telecommunications Union, Malaysia was successfully ranked among the top ten countries with high commitment to cybersecurity. Image Credit: Alexander Supertramp | Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Pemulih aid package is a necessary boost to help businesses survive the ongoing National Recovery Plan, of which we’re still in Phase 1. While some have called the package comprehensive, others have noticed areas that require improvement. Pemulih’s efficacy depends on how long we remain under tight restrictions, and how much it can keep SMEs going before another stimulus package is needed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has launched a one-stop solution centre for SMEs and MSMEs called the MyAssist MSME Portal. On the portal, entrepreneurs can seek advice, information, and digital marketing opportunities. Image Credit: venimo | Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.