Bolt Launches Smart Ride-Hailing Solution for Businesses in Malaysia
Bolt Business launches in Malaysia to simplify employee travel for companies with no onboarding fees, centralised ride management, and automatic reporting to eliminate messy claims
Bolt, Europe’s leading mobility platform, has officially launched Bolt Business in Malaysia, offering a smarter, more efficient way for companies of all sizes to manage employee travel. With no onboarding fees, a centralised ride management dashboard, and automated reporting tools, Bolt Business helps companies eliminate the hassle of manual claims processes while gaining full visibility and control over employee rides.
Bolt Business is designed for modern workforces that require reliable and flexible mobility, whether for daily commuting, meetings, or on-ground operations. Through a user-friendly dashboard, companies can set ride limits, assign cost centres, track usage, and access real-time reports, all from a single account. This helps finance and HR teams streamline expense management, remove paperwork, and make data-driven decisions about business mobility.
Afzan Lutfi, General Manager of Bolt Malaysia, said:
“We built Bolt Business to make life easier for both companies and their employees. A lot of businesses still struggle with messy claims and manual processes just to handle something as simple as a ride. With this launch, we’re giving them a smarter, more transparent way to manage travel, while creating more earning opportunities for local driver-partners. It’s a step forward not just for business mobility, but for our wider commitment to Malaysia.”
Since launching in Malaysia in late 2024, Bolt has steadily expanded its presence in the Klang Valley including the introduction of toll-inclusive fares, launching the premium Bolt Executive category, and rapidly growing its driver-partner base. These milestones reflect the strong demand for a fairer, more flexible ride-hailing option. Bolt Business builds on this foundation by extending those same values to the workplace, offering companies a streamlined, stress-free way to manage employee travel while supporting local drivers with more consistent ride demand.
As Bolt deepens its presence in Malaysia, the launch of Bolt Business signals a longer-term commitment to practical, people-first innovation, not only simplifying how businesses move their teams, but also strengthening income pathways for local drivers. This milestone reflects Bolt’s ambition to shape a more connected, transparent, and inclusive urban mobility ecosystem — one that adapts to the real needs of Malaysia’s evolving workforce and cities.
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SAMENTA and MPC Spearhead AI Empowerment for SME AI Fest 2025
The Small and Medium Enterprises Association of Malaysia (SAMENTA), in partnership with the Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC), today launched the SME AI Festival 2025 at Dewan Produktiviti, Menara MATRADE, Kuala Lumpur; marking a major step forward in accelerating artificial intelligence (AI) adoption among Malaysian small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
The festival convenes SME leaders, government agencies, academia, and technology providers to explore how AI can transform productivity, foster innovation, and fuel sustainable growth for Malaysian businesses.
SAMENTA National President Datuk William Ng says the festival is not just an awareness event but a catalyst for mindset change.
"AI is no longer optional. It is existential. SMEs that don’t embrace it risk falling behind. Through this festival, we are demystifying AI and making it accessible for every SME, regardless of size," he said.
The festival features three thought-provoking panel discussions that dive into Malaysia’s evolving AI ecosystem, SME readiness across people, process and product, and practical strategies to supercharge growth with AI. Panellists include top executives from the National AI Office Malaysia, MyDigital Corporation, MDEC, TalentCorp Malaysia, Microsoft Malaysia, Alibaba, and other industry leaders.
Sir Jaya Singnam Rajoo, Senior Director of Multilateral Policy & Negotiation Division, Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) Malaysia, kicked off the SME AI Fest 2025 and underscored the government's commitment to driving AI adoption in the industry.
Also announced during the event are Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) between SAMENTA and two universities: Asia Pacific University and Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) to strengthen AI talent development, research, and industry-academia collaboration.
Another crowd-puller is the SME AI Prompt Competition, which challenges SMEs to experiment with prompt engineering to solve real-world business problems using AI. Winning teams are recognised during the closing session.
The SME AI Festival 2025 is part of a broader, sustained effort by SAMENTA and MPC to future-proof Malaysian SMEs by embedding AI and digital tools into their business DNA.
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WELLNESS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS: RINGCONN, THE WORLD’S FIRST ULTRA-THIN SMART RING WITH SLEEP APNEA DETECTION
Now Available in Two Variants – RingConn Gen 2 and Gen 2 Air
AECO Technologies, the authorised distributor of RingConn, has officially launched the RingConn Gen 2 and Gen 2 Air — the world’s first ultra-thin smart ring equipped with sleep apnea monitoring and industry-leading battery life.
Recent global estimates suggest that more than 1 billion people are affected by Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) — a serious sleep disorder that causes repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep. The RingConn smart ring offers a practical solution, delivering 90.7% accuracy in detecting signs of sleep apnea. With its advanced sleep monitoring capabilities, the smart ring supports early detection and promotes better sleep quality — empowering users to take proactive steps towards improved health.
“In recent times, we’ve observed a growing shift in the local community, with more people becoming health-conscious and seeking smarter, less intrusive ways to monitor their wellbeing. The RingConn smart ring represents a quiet balance between advanced technology and everyday wearability, seamlessly integrating into all aspect of life —effortlessly wearable at all times with zero discomfort. Whether you’re a fitness enthusiast, wellness seekers, or a busy professional, this AI-powered ring is suitable for all. It offers advanced wellness tracking in a minimalist design that fits naturally into daily routines,” said Derek Tan, Brand Manager of AECO Technologies.
Engineered for total wellness, this sleek, screenless ring boasts a minimalist design and delivers round the clock biometric and wellness tracking. It is an ideal choice for users seeking a discreet yet powerful health and sleep companion. Contrary to any bulky smartwatches or traditional fitness trackers, the RingConn smart ring weighs just 2 to 2.5 grams, making it comfortable enough to wear all day and night—even during sleep.
On top of that, the ultra-thin smart ring that is powered by advanced AI technology, continuously tracks and analyses key health data, including sleep patterns, heart rate, blood oxygen levels, stress index, and overall recovery. This comprehensive health monitoring offers users a clearer understanding of their physical condition and daily habits, ultimately supporting more informed decisions for better overall wellness.
For many, the need to constantly recharge their wellness devices can be inconvenient and disruptive. Designed using RingConn’s EcoPower Technology and equipped with the latest hardware, this smart ring removes that burden by offering one of the longest battery lives in its category—lasting up to 10 to 12 days on a single charge.
The RingConn smart ring, which is available in two variants, namely, Gen 2 and Gen 2 Air, offer the following specifications:
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ASEAN TECHNOLOGY COOPERATION & DEVELOPMENT SUMMIT 2025 LAUNCHED AS STRATEGIC SIDE EVENT OF WE2025: FUTURE IN MOTION
To Drive Regional Tech Innovation and Collaboration this November
Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, YB Dato’ Haji Mohammad Yusof bin Apdal, officiated the soft launch and formal unveiling of the ASEAN Technology Cooperation & Development Summit 2025 at The Exchange 106 in Kuala Lumpur today.
Hosted by Intrinsic SEA, the ASEAN Technology Cooperation and Development Summit 2025 is a flagship forum co-hosted alongside WE2025: Future in Motion, with a focused lens on ASEAN innovation, investment, and cross-border cooperation. It will be held from 25–26 November 2025 at MITEC, Kuala Lumpur.
As a co-leading platform within WE2025’s "Future Tech & AI" pillar, the summit aims to advance cross-border technology cooperation while supporting the broader WE2025 mission to drive inclusive innovation, sustainable development, and regional economic leadership.
The two-day event is set to convene over 100 companies, more than 50 global investors, and 2,000 innovators and ecosystem leaders from ASEAN, China, Canada, Australia, the Middle East, Europe, and Japan. Showcasing the region’s most promising advancements, the summit will feature an interactive technology exhibition with over 100 booths highlighting cutting-edge innovations across key sectors. The summit is co-organised in collaboration with leading ecosystem builders such as NCT Group, Tus Cross-Border Innovation, and Jiahe Convention & Exhibitions.
This strong international participation reinforces Malaysia’s emergence as a regional innovation hub, while offering Malaysian entrepreneurs and innovation-driven enterprises with global potential valuable opportunities to engage with global investors and expand market access.
With over 50,000 expected livestream viewers, the summit will further position Malaysia as a key enabler of ASEAN-wide collaboration in science, technology, and innovation.
The Summit will focus on five strategic pillars:
Each thematic track is designed to address real-world challenges and unlock growth opportunities aligned with national agendas, including Malaysia’s National Science, Technology & Innovation Policy (2021–2030).
Key programme highlights include:
YB Dato’ Haji Mohammad Yusof, Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, stated:
“This summit reflects Malaysia’s ambition to lead regional innovation, strategic partnerships, emerging technologies, and inclusive growth. It supports MOSTI’s mission to transition Malaysia from a technology user into a global technology developer by 2030, while reinforcing our ASEAN Chairmanship priorities.”
He also highlighted the need for gender-inclusive innovation ecosystems:
“MOSTI recognises that advancing women’s participation in STEM is both an equity and economic imperative. Platforms like WE2025 and this summit play a vital role in closing the gender gap by: (i) increasing STEM exposure for young women and girls, (ii) fostering inclusive workplace cultures, and (iii) broadening access to capital, networks and leadership pathways for women innovators and entrepreneurs.”
Richard Teo, Executive Chairman of Qube Integrated Malaysia and Organising Chair of WE2025, commented:
“WE2025 champions inclusive economic growth by empowering women in trade, investment, and leadership. While this summit welcomes all participants, it upholds that spirit by ensuring women have meaningful opportunities to lead in tech innovation — a sector where inclusive participation is urgently needed.”
Ravenna Chen, CEO of Intrinsic SEA, added:
“This summit is not just about building connections — it is about delivering outcomes. By aligning regional strengths in technology and industry, we aim to catalyse real collaboration: accelerating project implementation, integrating technology into key value chains, and fostering a globally competitive ecosystem that empowers ASEAN’s next wave of growth and innovation.
“This summit is a strategic commitment — a cross-border initiative anchored in science and innovation, aligned with Malaysia’s fifth ASEAN Chairmanship, the 10th anniversary of the ASEAN Community, and the shared aspirations of ASEAN Vision 2045.
We aim to collaborate across sectors to shape an ASEAN ecosystem that is globally connected and socially impactful, supporting Malaysia’s innovation agenda and accelerating ASEAN’s digital transformation for the benefit of all.”
The ASEAN Technology Cooperation & Development Summit 2025 is a key component of WE2025: Future in Motion, Malaysia’s premier platform for advancing women in trade, investment and leadership. Organised by Qube Integrated Malaysia in collaboration with the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development and the Department of Women Development, WE2025 will be held from 25–27 November 2025 at MITEC, Kuala Lumpur.
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