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Teens on social media have become the norm rather than the rule, before the era of regulations Updated: 7 August 2026 For years, concerns about social media have largely focused on what users themselves should do: don't click suspicious links, don't share personal information, report scams and be careful about what you believe online. But Malaysia is now taking a different approach. Rather than placing the responsibility entirely on individual users, the government is increas

When myths break, the myth that diamonds are scarce and rare, the free market corrects itself. For over a century, diamonds have symbolized wealth, luxury, and everlasting love. Behind that image, however, lay one of history's most remarkable examples of market control. For decades, De Beers dominated the global diamond industry by carefully controlling the supply of natural diamonds. By limiting how many diamonds entered the market and reinforcing the idea that diamonds were

Avoidance of toxic work cultures are of prime importance in the eyes of today's job seekers. For decades, conventional career advice was simple: never resign until you have another job lined up. Today, however, a growing number of employees are challenging that belief. Across social media and in workplace discussions, many workers are openly sharing stories of resigning from toxic work environments without having another offer in hand. Their reasoning is remarkably consistent

The effect of mental health issues in the Malaysian workforce is the effect on the bottom line of companies. Mental health is often viewed as a healthcare issue, but new figures presented in Parliament suggest it is rapidly becoming an economic issue as well. According to discussions in the Dewan Rakyat, the economic burden arising from mental health issues in Malaysia could reach RM25.3 billion annually by 2030 if effective interventions are not implemented. The implications

When ESG Reporting becomes law through the Company Act in Malaysia, companies must comply When the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) released its Consultative Document on the Proposed Amendments to the Companies Act 2016 on Sustainability Reporting, many commentators focused on one headline: "Large non-listed companies may soon be required to produce sustainability disclosures." While important, this is not actually the most significant development. Those who have been c

Scammers utilizing shady methods to steal your company's data for crime Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated in their attempts to impersonate government agencies, and the latest wave of tax-related scams demonstrates just how convincing these schemes can be. Recently, fraudulent emails claiming to be from the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (LHDN) have been circulating among businesses and taxpayers. These emails allege serious tax offences such as under-declarat

First-class shares and second-class shares carry unequal voting rights, raising concerns among critics When most people buy shares in a public company, they assume a simple principle applies: the more shares you own, the more influence you have over the company's direction. After all, isn't that how ownership is supposed to work? Not always. Many of the world's most successful companies have adopted what is known as a dual-class share structure, where some shareholders enjoy

Carbon Capture and Storage model diagram When people think about Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), they often focus on the technology. Can we capture carbon dioxide from factories? Can we transport it safely? Can we store it underground for decades without leakage? These are important questions, but according to a recent industry report, they may no longer be the biggest obstacle. The real challenge could be something far less obvious: insurance. https://theedgemalaysia.com/c

Malaysia’s journey toward sustainability is still moving forward — but perhaps at a more cautious pace than many expected. The Malaysian government has announced that it is reviewing both the timing and implementation rate of its proposed carbon tax, citing rising energy costs and ongoing geopolitical instability in West Asia as key concerns. According to Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup, industries are already under p

Nzambi Matee, idea genius behind the plastic upcycling revolution In a world struggling with mounting plastic pollution, one Kenyan engineer has shown that waste does not always have to remain waste. Nzambi Matee, a mechanical engineer and entrepreneur from Nairobi, Kenya, has gained international recognition for transforming discarded plastic waste into durable paving bricks through her company, Gjenge Makers. Her story is more than just a sustainability success story. It is

When most Malaysians hear the term “biodiesel”, many assume it simply means a greener version of diesel. But recent discussions surrounding B100 palm biodiesel suggest something much bigger may be brewing — one that touches not only sustainability, but also national energy security, economic resilience, and the future of Malaysia’s palm oil industry. Recently, Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Shabery Cheek stated that B100 biodiesel — descr

In recent weeks, Malaysians have experienced intense heatwaves that disrupted daily life and raised concerns about the future of our climate. While extreme weather events are becoming increasingly common worldwide, they also serve as an unmistakable warning: climate change is no longer a distant environmental issue. It is now an economic, industrial, and strategic challenge that every nation must address seriously. For Malaysia, this moment represents more than just a climate

High-tech batteries are the answer to solar power issues For years, solar energy has been marketed as the solution to our clean energy future. Panels on rooftops, solar farms across open land—it all sounds promising. But there’s a fundamental flaw. Solar doesn’t work at 3am. And companies like Gamuda Berhad seem to understand this better than most. https://gamuda.com/2025/08/gamuda-strengthens-position-in-malaysias-renewable-energy-landscape/press-releases/?utm_source=chatgpt

Plastic packaging essentially all come from oil & gas sources It is uncomfortable to say this out loud, but history has shown us time and again: disruption often succeeds where intention fails. The recent conflict in the Middle East has triggered yet another global shock—this time to the petrochemical supply chain. As oil flows tighten and raw material costs surge, the price of plastic has climbed to multi-year highs. For industries deeply reliant on plastic packaging, especi

Palm oil, the plant that keeps giving, in Malaysia For years, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has been positioned as the future of low-carbon air travel — but always with a caveat: it’s too expensive, too limited, and too early to scale. That narrative may be quietly changing. And interestingly, Malaysia could be sitting right at the center of that shift. The Timing Is Changing Global aviation is under increasing pressure to decarbonise. Airlines, regulators, and investors ar

AI Imagination Of The Future Of Textile Recycling https://www.thestar.com.my/tech/tech-news/2026/04/02/ai-machine-sorts-clothes-faster-than-humans-to-boost-textile-recycling-in-china In a quiet industrial park in eastern China, a machine hums steadily as it consumes piles of discarded clothing. At first glance, it looks like just another piece of industrial equipment. But what it represents could be a turning point for one of the world’s most stubborn environmental challenges

https://theedgemalaysia.com/node/797870 The recent geopolitical tensions stemming from the US-Iran war are doing more than just rattling global headlines—they are quietly reshaping the economics of energy. For Malaysia, this may well be the inflection point that accelerates a long-anticipated transition toward renewable energy. When Fossil Fuels Become Expensive, Renewables Become Inevitable As highlighted by TA Securities, rising fuel costs are not just a burden—they are a c

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) is no longer a “nice-to-have”—it is a business imperative . Across Malaysia, companies are facing increasing pressure from regulators, investors, and stakeholders to demonstrate clear ESG commitments. With frameworks such as Bursa Malaysia’s sustainability requirements and the introduction of Malaysia’s National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF), the expectations are clear: Com

A new dawn for Malaysia unfolds in the era of uncertainty In times of global instability, capital doesn’t disappear—it moves. And right now, that movement is telling a very interesting story: Malaysia is emerging as a safe haven for investors in Asia . The recent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly the war involving Iran, have shaken markets and pushed energy prices higher. But instead of dragging Malaysia down, these events have actually strengthened its p

The shift away from coal in Southeast Asia has only just begun. If you look at recent energy developments across Southeast Asia, a pattern begins to emerge—one that is easy to miss at first glance, but impossible to ignore once seen. From Indonesia to Vietnam, multiple projects are being announced: geothermal expansion, hydrogen co-firing, ammonia-powered turbines, LNG infrastructure, and carbon capture initiatives. At face value, these appear to be independent national effor