With Budget 2026 announced, the Finance Bill 2025 tabulated in Parliament last week has revealed key details. From clarifications on Capital Gains Tax (CGT) to a major shift in stamp duty compliance, businesses have a new set of rules to navigate.

Tax expert Thenesh Kannaa of TraTax joins us to break down some key updates. He discusses the new and clarified scope for CGT (including preference shares), the move to a self-assessment system for stamp duty and updates around returns and payments, and the upcoming changes to corporate tax installment schedules that will impact cash flow planning.

We discuss:

• Capital Gains Tax (CGT): How preference shares and liquidations are now in scope.

• Stamp Duty: The implications from the shift to self-assessment and the deadlines for filling returns and payment of duty.

• RPGT: New rules to improve cash flow and limit loss carry-forwards.

• Corporate Tax: The transition to a 12-month installment schedule within the financial year.

November Updates: OECD guidance on remote work and new Labuan substance requirements.

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Elite athletes spend years sharpening their minds, not just their skills. But what can business leaders learn from that discipline?

Today, Mike Way, the head coach of Harvard University’s squash programme, and Bharati Suresh Chand, Founder of Global Edge Pharma and Global Edge Consultancy, discuss how mental fitness shapes performance, decision-making, and consistency. They explain what separates mentally strong performers from talented ones, how pressure influences behaviour, and the habits that help athletes and leaders stay composed and focused.

They also reflect on insights shared at the recent Mental Fitness Sports Conference 2025, and discuss practical routines organisations can adopt to build healthier, steadier teams.

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Malaysia’s data centre sector is seemingly entering a new phase of expansion powered by AI adoption and hyperscale investments. We’re now being positioned as one of Asia’s most cost-competitive markets with a strong balance of affordability, policy stability and regional connectivity. 

Based on a new report from a global professional services company, Turner & Townsend, Kuala Lumpur was ranked 17th globally in data centre construction costs (at US$11.37 per watt). This puts KL among Asia’s most cost-competitive markets and well below regional peers like Singapore and Tokyo. 

But as competition intensifies across the region, what will truly set Malaysia apart in a market defined by scale, speed, and sustainability? To help us explore this, we speak with Carlos Garcia Rodriguez, Project Director at Turner & Townsend.

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In today's digital landscape, a cyber attack is almost inevitable. But while many companies are prepared to handle the hack, they often fail to handle the headlines. A new analysis by Penta found that reputational damage often stems not from the breach itself, but from how transparent, accountable, and timely the response is.

Dan La Russo, Senior Partner at Penta, joins us to discuss the new rules of crisis management. He explains why "speed + transparency = trust," and warns of the emerging threat of "agentic AI" that can launch attacks with minimal human intervention.

We discuss:

• Why cyber risk has moved from the IT back-office to the boardroom.

• The "Speed + Transparency = Trust" formula for crisis communication.

• Case studies: What Cloudflare did right vs. the reputational cost of silence.

• The emerging threat of "agentic AI" orchestrating cyber attacks.

• The critical first 2 hours of an incident response plan.

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What it takes for SMEs to thrive in the future? How can they stay resilient in uncertain times, be resourceful with limited resources, and remain ready to seize new opportunities? Industry leaders will share insights and real-world strategies to inspire SMEs to adapt, innovate, and grow in an ever-changing business landscape.

This event was presented by Maybank. Future-proofing your business.

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Budget 2026 brings new opportunities and challenges for SMEs, from updated grants and incentives to evolving tax strategies. This panel will break down what the budget means for your business, highlight ways to maximise available support, and discuss how SMEs can position themselves strategically in the post-budget landscape.

This event was presented by Maybank. Future-proofing your business.

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For SMEs eyeing regional or global expansion, tariffs can make or break profitability. This panel cuts through the complexity of trade agreements, customs duties, and pricing strategy to help exporters future-proof their margins. Expect real-world insights from successful exporters and trade experts on navigating tariff structures and leveraging Free Trade Agreements.

This event was presented by Maybank. Future-proofing your business.

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Businesses are feeling the squeeze from higher SST, rising electricity bills, foreign worker levies, and tougher financing. This panel will explore how companies are managing these pressures through smarter cost control, efficiency, and government support to stay competitive.

This event was presented by Maybank. Future-proofing your business.

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Despite ongoing privacy changes and rising costs, the global mobile app economy experienced a stable growth this year and this trend is expected to be carried forward with lots of room for growth in 2026. 

This is a finding from a recent report released by measurement and analytics company, Adjust, titled The Mobile App Growth Report: 2025 Edition that suggests APAC leads all regions in the mobile apps economy through a combination of scale, cost efficiency, and strong user engagement, significantly outpacing the global average.

To get a better understanding on how marketers and developers are navigating through this competitive app landscape, where the growth opportunities are coming from and what’s in store for the app economy in 2026, we speak with Mathew Raju, Senior Customer Success Manager at Adjust.

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Malaysia’s tourism sector has crossed a major threshold, recording more than RM210 billion in revenue. It is being hailed as evidence of a full recovery and a sign that Malaysia’s tourism economy is back on a strong footing. But behind the headline number lie deeper questions about sustainability, visitor expectations, and our readiness for Visit Malaysia 2026.

Are we building a genuinely high-value, experience-driven tourism economy, or are we simply benefiting from short-term demand? And what does this milestone tell us about where the sector needs to go next?

Joining the conversation today is Rohizam Yusoff, Champion of the Tourism Productivity Nexus, an industry-led platform under the Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC), designed to boost the productivity, innovation, and competitiveness of the tourism sector.

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