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Recently, a Malaysian game development company was acquired by a Swedish studio called The Gang. Founded in 2008, Common Extract is best known for developing the popular Ejen Ali games, particularly Ejen Ali: Agents' Arena, which is one of Malaysia's first multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) games. The Gang, on the other hand, was established in 2019 and has been building games in the metaverse for renowned brands like Gucci and McLaren.Today in EBB, we’ll be focusing on Malaysia's gaming industry and how it's gaining recognition on the global stage. Joining us is Rob Lee, founder of Common Extract to share his insights on the acquisition and the industry. Photo Credits: FreepikSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Financial literacy continues to be a concern here in Malaysia as highlighted by insights from the Malaysia National Strategy for Financial Literacy 2019 – 2023, conducted by Financial Education Network (FEN), that indicated gaps such as: only 43% of Malaysians understand that the growth of money is compounded over time, with 22% believe that money grows on linear basis; and 92% of Malaysians are more comfortable having deposit products against having investment products.While the government has rolled out various programs and initiatives through the Financial Education Network and financial education platforms have continued pushing out education, can more be done?On this episode of BizBytes, explore the potential reasons behind the gaps in financial literacy and the role that employers can play in improving financial wellness with Raevendren Ramachandran, co-founder of licensed financial planning firm Advisonomics and Effon Khoo, Founder and CEO of cloud payroll and HR software provider Kakitangan.com.Advisonomics has partnered up with Kakitangan to integrate seamless access to the its Cashku financial planning and financial literacy app.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Everyone wants to exit, but not everyone can.”Over the last decade, we’ve seen startup valuations go off the charts thanks to low interest rates among other things. Now many of the huge, storied startups that have gone public over the last few years have seen their valuations slashed. Today we explore what goes into a company's valuation, how IPOs change the way startups are judged, the role Private Equity firms play in the funding ecosystem, and the key factors for an appropriate exit strategy.Helping us with this discussion is Lim Jet Liang, partner at 5X Capital, a Securities Commission registered PE Management Company based in Malaysia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As many people return to the office after working remotely, we'll discuss the surprising psychological benefits of commuting that have emerged from recent studies.We’ll be hearing from Dr Rosli Khan, Director of MDS Traffic Planners and Consultants - about the idea of liminal spaces when commuting—and how commuting may actually have some hidden benefits.Photo Credits: FreepikSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We regularly feature a lot of entrepreneurs on BFM. They provide a crucial role in nation-building and in fact become huge players on a global scale from AirAsia to Grab which have become global names thanks to the likes of Tan Hooi Ling, Anthony Tan and Tan Sri Tony Fernandes.However, there are many challenges and there is no overnight success. This takes grit, persistence and of course, money as well. Our question today is, how important are entrepreneurs in nation building?Photo Credits: EYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s no secret that women are paid less than men despite sharing the same employment position or work experience. According to a news report by STAR, the median monthly income for women in Malaysia was about RM2,150 in 2021, compared to about RM2,300 in 2021 for men. (about a RM150 difference) Combating the gender pay gap requires the collaboration of multiple segments, but whose responsibility is it? Today in EBB, we narrow down the scope a little and discuss how the HR department can play a role in promoting the reduction of the pay gap among their very own employees. Joining us today is Camelia Loh, Founder and CEO of Kabel, an HR Tech company.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you know how big the Malaysian cosmetic industry is? Its total revenue was US$2.68 billion in 2022, according to Statista.And the demand is also increasing because of the influence of advertising and social media influencers. But how are small businesses competing in this space? Where do they fit with players such as Maybelline, Estee Lauder, and Silkygirl in the industry? And how well do you know what manufacturer behind the makeup you use? We speak to Kelvin Kean, the founder of Lip & Co. and The Caim Skin, a homegrown cosmetic brand that started in 2017. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the rapid growth of technology and how curious humans are to integrate it with every little thing we come in contact with, we have witnessed some amazing inventions and powerful technology so far. And that's including the robot that brings food to your table at the mamak shops. More importantly, tech has been integrated into key areas such as financial services, education, and healthcare, making them more accessible. In conjunction with World Health Day we’re going to focus on one of those areas today - healthcare.It should come as no surprise that Covid-19 was a big catalyst for digital healthcare adoption in Asia. According to consulting firm Bain & Co, with the pandemic keeping patients at home, telemedicine app usage soared and looks to have stayed that way. In conjunction with World Health Day, today Enterprise explores the world of digital healthcare here in Malaysia, with joining us today is Dr Tiffanie Ong, Chief Product Officer, at Naluri Life. Naluri is an integrated digital care solution that combines support for physical and mental health, all in one place.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We delve into the recent hacking of the Malaysian Immigration Department's website and discuss the broader context of cybersecurity in Malaysia.We also explore the nation's previous data breaches, the government's ongoing efforts to improve digital security, and share expert insights from former white hat hacker CF Fong.Learn about the importance of cyber hygiene and how to protect yourself in the ever-evolving digital landscape.Today we’ll be joined on the show by CF Fong, CEO of LGMS, One of Malaysia’s leading Cybersecurity Services.Photo Credits: Freepik | macrovectorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim visited China last week with 19 MOUs signed to boost investments in green tech, digital economy and modern agriculture. Our Prime Minister also mentioned that several Chinese leading companies will make Malaysia their regional hub. But what about SMEs in Malaysia who are thinking to expand their business to China? If you’ve been thinking about this, we are breaking down the do’s and don’ts of starting a business in China. Sonny Khoong, Founding Partner, Willsonn Partners, a multidisciplinary consulting firm based in China joins us for this conversation. Photo Credits: Freepik | 4045See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.