By 2050, over 70% of the world population will be living in cities covering less than 2% of the earth’s surface. Never had city been so challenged and the trend continues to grow. And, this rise to many issues like rising inequality, environmental pollution, infrastructure access, traffic congestion, mobility, safety and health of residents are only a few examples.

M&A Report (July 2019)

PG Mall, a privately owned Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia-based e-commerce marketplace operator, is looking at forming strategic tie-ups through various means, including through a minority stake sale to a regional Internet or e-commerce firm, to help scale its operations in Southeast Asia, said Founder and Managing Director Louis Ng.

China outbound M&A activities came to a freeze in the second quarter, dragging outbound dealmaking to USD 20.4bn (114 deals) in 1H19, recording the lowest value since 2011 amid uncertainty from the escalating trade war. Even Europe, the all-time most popular destination, saw less Chinese interest with a 64% decrease in deal value in 1H19.

Anchoring big players like Malaysia and Indonesia, the Asian Islamic capital market has been leading the global industry, not only in size, but also in innovation and diversification. The sophisticated infrastructure of Malaysia is a hallmark of excellence globally, the immense potential of Indonesia’s population and its flourishing sovereign Sukuk market remains captivating to many and the phenomenal market expansion rates in Pakistan and...

Hosted by Penang International Halal Hub (PIHH), the Global Blockchained Halal Industry Forum 2019 (GBHIF2019) is held in conjunction with 10th Penang International Halal Expo & Conference 2019

As the price of crypto-currencies continue to fall and countless token values hit zero, it’s important to focus on the innovation taking place behind the scenes. In the first half of this one-day program, we will not only explore the fundamental principles of data storage and network effects, but will also look at how distributed ledgers are evolving.

What affinity do KL urbanites feel for their cosmopolitan city beyond its building facades and commercial bustle? Dain Said – the famed director of films ‘Dukun’ and ‘Interchange’ – has grappled with this question more than most since becoming the Cities Of Love Malaysia's City Manager.

With some years of loss data collection now achieved, directors and regulators are expecting more and better use of it.

Launched in April 2015, IFN Investor Forum has been widely embraced by the industry to great success as the platform to discuss and debate all things related to Islamic investments.