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We discuss Netflix’s job advert for an AI expert, Starlink’s launch in Malaysia, the future of the EV industry and its affordability to consumers, and X’s transformation towards becoming a “super app” similar to China’s WeChat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

X’s decision to rebrand itself from the iconic blue bird we’ve come to know as the place to get our fix of the latest discourse has caused waves in the social media sphere. According to experts, the rebrand of Twitter could cost the app to lose up to between $4 billion and $20 billion in value.We have Anna Loi, Co-Founder and Director of Content and Digital Marketing at Good & Honest Co in the studio with us today, talking to us about X’s decision to rebrand itself, and how, and when, a company should follow in its footsteps to rebuild their brand.Photo credits: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The phenomenon of "fake work" is steadily gaining attention in major tech corporations, and it's raising considerable concerns regarding company culture and efficiency. Fake work refers to the tasks that often carry no discernible impact on a company's broader objectives. It includes actions such as creating unnecessary reports, having unproductive meetings, and performing tasks that only exist to justify an employee's role or to embellish a manager's portfolio.We hear from Derek Toh of Hiredly, the leading hybrid recruitment platform for junior to mid-management talent to shed some light on the topic.Photo Credits: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following the cancellation of the Good Vibes festival, we talk to Nazri Adam from Sausage Sizzle and RenYi Chin from MyBurgerLab about how this cancellation has affected the vendors and food operators that were left picking up the pieces. We discuss what this means to the food vendor industry in Malaysia and where the businesses can go from here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss the growing concerns of digital artists over the use of their work in AI-generated art, Apple's potential price hike for its upcoming iPhone 15 Pro models, Elon Musk's bold move to rebrand Twitter as X.com, and Spotify's decision to increase its subscription prices for the first time in 12 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our digital age, social media platforms have become an integral part of our lives, particularly for the younger generation. However, this influence can be a double-edged sword, providing platforms for connection and self-expression, while also exposing young users to potential risks. Recent controversies involving social media influencers and the marketing of certain products to a young demographic have raised concerns about the ethical responsibilities of these platforms. We delve into these issues, and aim to shed light on the impact of social media on the younger generation and the role of social media companies and influencers in shaping a safer digital environment.Photo Credits: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a bid to raise venture capital funding to continue growing, Malaysian startups sometimes have to make the hard choice of relocating to Singapore. A famous example here is Grab.In this edition of Biz Bytes, we explore whether this is an inevitable story for Malaysian startups as they grow or whether they raise money from global investors without having to move.Weighing in on this was Dr Sivapalan Vivekarajah, Co-founder and Partner at ScaleUp Malaysia, Ramachandran Muniandy, CEO & Co-Founder of Asia Mobiliti, and Nadira Yusoff, Co-Founder and CEO of Kiddocare.Asia Mobiliti and Kiddocare are part of the 100Soonicorns program designed to groom the next unicorns of Malaysia. The program is run by ScaleUp Malaysia and Proficeo in partnership with Penjana Kapital and MDEC - the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The global significance of artificial intelligence (AI) has been underscored by two recent events. The United Nations Security Council held its inaugural meeting on AI, where concerns about the technology's potential as a "runaway horse" were raised by China, while the U.S. warned against its use for censorship or repression. Meanwhile, at the AI for Good conference in Geneva, nine advanced humanoid robots, including Sophia, Ai-Da, Desdemona, Grace, and Ameca, participated in what was dubbed as the "world's first human-robot press conference". The robots assured they had no plans to steal human jobs or rebel against their creators. To help us unpack the relevance to us, to business, and to the worldwide economy, we have Matt Armitage with us.Photo Credits: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Tech Tuesday here on Enterprise Biz Bytes and this week we delve into the gripping Black Mirror narrative that has actors worried about AI taking over their roles. We'll also explore the surge in student interest in computing, driven by the unstoppable rise of digital trends and AI. Next, we set our sights on India, where the newly implemented GST on online gaming could stifle a flourishing industry, potentially altering the gaming landscape for millions. Lastly, we'll look at the plummeting ad revenue of Twitter following its acquisition by the renowned tech magnate, Elon Musk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Cash isn’t king. Cash flow is king.”Last week we learnt that the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) is looking to introduce Account 3 which allows savings withdrawals to be made at any time, which is a particular concern, given the data point that “50% of Malaysian households can’t even raise RM1,000 to cover emergencies”, as noted by EPF Chief Strategy Officer Nurhisham Hussein.One key aim here is to attract the interest of those in the informal sector to make contributions to the EPF, so that they can, as Nurmisham noted, “save and enjoy compound dividends while also meeting any immediate cash needs”.With that in mind, on the back of this news around Account 3, we explore tips and fundamental advice on how freelancers, business owners, self-employed individuals and the informal sector can improve their personal finances and financial planning with Suraya Zainudin, Founder & Writer of ringgitohringgit.com, and Stephen Yong, Licensed Financial Planner with Wealth Vantage Advisor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.