This semiconductor park is at the heart of Malaysia’s push for local chip innovation
[This is a sponsored article written in collaboration with Selangor Information Technology & Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec).] You might’ve known Malaysia as a BTS member in the semiconductor world. No, not the boyband, but a behind-the-scenes player that ships millions of chips by assembling, testing, and packaging them. But that’s all about to change. In […]
5 reasons why M’sian AI-driven startups should join Sidec’s Deep Tech Xccelerator 2025
[This is a sponsored article written in collaboration with Selangor Information Technology & Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec).] Globally, 2025 seems to be the year we embrace artificial intelligence (AI). We’re seeing more businesses increasingly prioritise AI integration into everyday activities, from using it for customer engagement to data analysis and automating simple processes. Even on […]
4 benefits your SME will gain from joining Sidec’s Retail-X accelerator programme, explained
[This is a sponsored article with Sidec.] These days, online shopping for, well, anything, seems to be the norm. Offering the utmost convenience and speed, purchasing goods—be it clothes, home appliances, or tech accessories—online is the preferred means of shopping for many Malaysians in sating our consumerist minds. Hence, it makes sense why more and […]
5 startups handpicked by Sidec to represent M’sia at World Expo & SusHi Tech Tokyo 2025
[This is a sponsored article written in collaboration with Selangor Information Technology & Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec).] Recently, five Selangor startups participated in not just one, but two of Asia’s top prestigious innovation platforms—World Expo 2025 Osaka and SusHi Tech Tokyo 2025. They participated in these programmes as part of Sidec’s effort in positioning Selangor […]
Sidec’s ECM Awards 2025 saw participants rake in RM158mil in sales—here’s the top 10 brands
[This is a sponsored article with Selangor Information Technology & Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec).] Since its inception back in 2016, Sidec’s Malaysia Top E-Commerce Merchant (Top ECM) Awards has always been about celebrating the success stories of local businesses in the digital space. And for good reason, as ecommerce contributes an estimated 36.7% to Malaysia’s […]
Malaysia’s semiconductor industry is ramping up, here are the companies that are hiring now
[This is a sponsored article with Sidec.] With the rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI), growing demand for the Internet of Things (IoT), as well as electric vehicles (EVs), there’s now more need for advanced chips. It’s great news for Malaysia as we’re the sixth largest exporter of semiconductors, with the industry accounting for 40% […]
SDEC 2024 will explore the latest trends in semicon, AI & ecommerce, here’s how to join
[This is a sponsored article with Sidec.] Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec) is hosting their 9th annual Smart City & Digital Economy Convention (SDEC) at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre this year. The annual Smart City & Digital Economy Convention (SDEC) is back for its ninth year in October 2024. Hosted by the […]
Sidec aims to nurture 300 startups and SMEs to grow Malaysia’s GDP, here’s the game plan
[This is a sponsored article with Sidec.] What kicks off a business idea is often that exciting eureka moment. We’ve all been there—you’re sitting with friends, someone mentions a problem they’ve faced, and suddenly an idea sparks, followed by, “We should start a business!” But that’s the easy part. The real challenge comes after, when […]
Sidec handpicked these 9 M’sian startups to pitch to the Tokyo govt. Here’s what they learnt.
[This is a sponsored article with Sidec.] From May 12 to 18, 2024, nine Malaysian startups took part in a week-long pitching expedition to Tokyo, Japan. Organised by the Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec), the Pitch Malaysia Series aimed to connect these startups with international venture capitalists (VCs) for funding and scaling […]
Sidec brought 5 M’sian ecommerce SMEs to Alibaba’s birthplace, here are their top takeaways
[This is a sponsored article with Sidec.] On December 10, 2023, five Malaysian brands returned from a week-long overseas business trip in Hangzhou, China. Facilitated by Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec), the expedition was part of the Selangor E-Commerce Xccelerator Programme 2023 (ECX23). Briefly, the ECX23 programme aims to provide ecommerce entrepreneurs, […]
SDEC 2023’s summit will explore the latest startup trends like AI & ESG, here’s how to join
[This is a sponsored article with Selangor Information Technology & Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec).] Selangor Smart City and Digital Economy Convention (SDEC) is an annual event by Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec) to spearhead the digital transformation of Selangor as ASEAN’s digital hub. At the same time, it’s a platform for industry […]
Early-stage startups, here’s how you can get a cut of RM36K from Sidec’s 2023 accelerator
[This is a sponsored article with Sidec.] There’s been a rising demand in Malaysia’s startup ecosystem for companies to make a positive impact on society and the environment, alongside profitability. To do so, these companies would generally leverage emerging technologies such as AI, IoT, robotics, blockchain, biotech, AR/VR, and the like. They can be classified […]
3 key takeaways of these M’sian startups after joining Sidec’s pitching expedition in the US
[This is a sponsored article with Sidec.] Recently, nine Malaysian startups have returned from a week-long pitching expedition around the US. This programme was hosted by the Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec) under Sidec’s third installation of their Pitch Malaysia USA Series. Between May 1-7, Sidec brought them around San Francisco’s Silicon […]
Sidec is looking to bring 10 M’sian startups to the US stage, here’s how to take part
[This is a sponsored article with Sidec.] Since 2021, Malaysia has had a national goal of attracting or growing five unicorns by 2025. So far, the country has identified three of them, Carsome, edotco, and AirAsia Digital. Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec) wants to join the search. “I have seen a good […]
Here’s a list of Xmas gifts to shop from local brands for these 7 types of M’sians
[This is a sponsored article with Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec).] If you haven’t begun thinking about what to get for your loved ones this Christmas, we’ve thought up seven likely traits, and matched them to gifts that may resonate with them. We’ve highlighted gifts in the form of products, all sold […]
SDEC 2022 will have 5 key happenings & it’s 4 days long. Here’s what to expect this October.
[This is a sponsored article with Sidec.] Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec) is hosting their 7th annual Smart City & Digital Economy Convention (SDEC) at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre this year. Unlike last year which was a hybrid event consisting of one exhibition and one conference over a three-day period, this year’s […]
Sidec’s accelerator has helped 120 startups, here’s how you can get a share of RM50k funding
[This is a sponsored article with Sidec.] Last year, we covered the 4th Selangor Accelerator Programme (SAP) cohort of Selangor Information Technology & Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec), where 30 startups were shortlisted and subsequently received prizes and access to industry professionals to aid them in their development. This year, Sidec is looking to build the […]
6 highlights from this insightful entrepreneur event, one of the first in M’sia post-COVID
[This is a sponsored post with Sidec.] From November 19-21, the Selangor Smart City & Digital Economy Convention (SDEC) took place in the form of a hybrid event this year, hosted by the Selangor Information Technology & Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec). Lasting 3 days, the event kicked off with a full 2 days of panels […]
3 days of startup & digital economy insights by experts await you at SDEC 2021
[This is a sponsored post with Sidec.] With all the business and lifestyle digitalisation that took place during the pandemic, a future Malaysia with smart cities and a thriving digital economy is no longer so far-fetched. But much work still needs to be done to bring this vision to life. This is where Selangor Information […]
43% of this accelerator’s alumni received funding, sign ups are open now
[This is a sponsored article with Sidec.] It’s been more than a year since the pandemic broke out locally and we’re still dealing with its effects on our lives and businesses. Companies had to shift to be more tech-focused or introduce low-touch engagement models, enabling them to deal with customers without the need for face-to-face […]
