AWANI Review: Can the Interceptor help save polluted rivers?
Two Interceptors were deployed in the Klang River to help tackle plastic waste pollution. How successful was the initiative? We speak to Founder and CEO of The Ocean Cleanup Boyan Slat.
22m Apr 09, 2022
22m
AWANI Review: Data, data everywhere - But how to turn them into insights?
What good is data if it can’t tell you what consumers really want? We speak to Vase.ai CEO Julie Ng on leveraging real-time market research to turn data into actionable insights.
25m Apr 02, 2022
25m
AWANI Review: How to win the war for tech talent?
The war for tech talent is getting fiercer. By 2030, there will be a global shortage of 85 million tech workers. How to attract and keep them? ‘Top talents seek mobility, flexibility and a strong company culture,” says Glints’ CEO Oswald Yeo.
25m Mar 26, 2022
25m
AWANI Review: Rise of eSports: Telcos getting in the game
How are telcos capturing the younger, tech-savvy and data-intensive audience?  Celcom Axiata’s digital mobile service arm Yoodo says the answer is in mobile gaming.
25m Feb 26, 2022
25m
AWANI Review: Internet Exchange | Bring on the bandwidth
Internet exchange points or IX create shorter routes for traffic. As demand for bandwidth rises, how can IXs help provide better quality, speed and affordability? We speak to Ivo Ivanov of DE-CIX, Asia’s largest IX operator.
26m Feb 12, 2022
26m
AWANI Review: Has the Great Resignation hit Malaysia?
Why are people quitting their jobs in record numbers globally? Has the Great Resignation hit Malaysia? We ask Kincentric Malaysia’s Ridhim Khanduja how to keep top talent from leaving.
27m Feb 05, 2022
27m
AWANI Review: Venture debt on the rise, how will it fuel startup growth?
Venture debt is fast emerging as an attractive alternative financing for high-growth companies. We find out what companies look enticing to Malaysia’s first privately-led venture debt fund and how it can help bridge funding for startups. We speak to Iris Fund Chairman Datuk Wan Kamaruzaman Wan Ahmad.
25m Jan 29, 2022
25m
AWANI Review: Siemens | Digitalisation is no longer a choice
“Digitalisation is not a one-time process, it is a journey that takes 10 to 20 years,” says Siemens Malaysia CEO Adam Yee. He discusses barriers Malaysian firms face as the world economy becomes increasingly powered by machine and AI.
28m Jan 08, 2022
28m
AWANI Review: Can Solar Energy Get Malaysia to Net-Zero by 2050
How can Malaysia become an attractive investment destination among firms with growing appetite for clean energy? We speak to Thang Chee Keong, CEO of Plus Xnergy Services.
24m Nov 06, 2021
24m
AWANI Review: Kita Jaga Kita: Putting Data to Good Use
Many Malaysians are still struggling to get by even as the lockdown eases. But as the White Flag movement momentum wanes, fewer people are extending a helping hand. Founder of Kita Jaga platform Reza Razali urges Malaysians to fly the ‘Purple Flag’ to keep the spirit of helping each other alive.
27m Oct 23, 2021
27m
AWANI Review: How Tech is Changing the Outlook of Breast Cancer?
Cancers have a high survival rate if detected very early. How has screening and treatment evolved in improving the outlook for people with breast cancer? We speak to consultant medical oncologist Dr Azura Ahmad. Tonight 10.30pm on Astro AWANI #PinkOctober @AwaniReview
25m Oct 09, 2021
25m
AWANI Review: How did the pandemic rewrite rules of retail?
As stores reopen, should retailers lessen focus on online experiences? ‘Consumers follow brands, it doesn't matter if you are online or offline’ says Edwin Wang of Signature Market, an e-commerce retailer that found success during the pandemic.
24m Oct 02, 2021
24m
AWANI Review: Leading in times of crisis: How to respond & build back better?
NGOs and civil society groups are first on the ground to support COVID-19 humanitarian efforts. We ask Yayasan Hasanah’s Datuk Shahira Bazari on how best to lead when organisations’ capabilities and resources are stretched thin but more people need help?
27m Jul 31, 2021
27m
AWANI Ringkas: How to automate without losing the personal touch?
Former national athlete turned Otomate Me founder Kimberly Wan says it is possible to automate business tasks and communications with customers without losing the human touch. She speaks to Cynthia Ng.
24m Jul 03, 2021
24m
AWANI Review: Aspiring entrepreneurs, step out of your comfort zone
Want to kickstart a new skill or business but don’t know how? Cynthia Ng speaks to entrepreneur Anne Idris, Maggi’s Geetha Balakrishna and Google Malaysia’s Chuah Jia Wen on helping aspiring entrepreneurs through its upskilling and mentorship programme.
25m Jun 26, 2021
25m
AWANI Review: Forget Online vs Offline, the future of retail is both
What are the strategies to bridge offline and online retailing as Malaysia moves beyond MCO? Cynthia Ng speaks to Revenue Monster CEO Amanda Chin on fast-tracking digitalisation in businesses.
25m Jun 19, 2021
25m
AWANI Review: 'Buy Now Pay Later': Reinventing Affordability or A New Debt Trap?
BNPL platforms are becoming increasingly popular among millennials. Do they really help remove some of the frictions in e-commerce, or is it just another way to accrue debt? Cynthia Ng speaks with Hoolah Country Manager Jason Wong.
22m Jun 05, 2021
22m
AWANI Review: A Year of COVID-19 | Don't just survive, thrive
Going online has become a lifeline to small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. But how can they not only survive but thrive in another year of uncertainty? Cynthia Ng speaks to Stephanie Davis, Google VP for Southeast Asia.
28m May 29, 2021
28m
AWANI Review: Leisure & attractions during COVID-19 | How will theme parks adapt to a new era?
While many industries have been reeling from the effects of COVID-19, the leisure and attractions sectors have been especially hard hit. We find out how theme-park developer Sim Leisure Group, owner of Kidzania and ESCAPE, navigate this new normal.
27m Apr 24, 2021
27m
AWANI Review: Did COVID-19 Kill ‘Traditional’ University?
Universities are facing no ordinary disruption. Amid funding shortfall, how should higher education restrategise teaching and learning, and help prepare students graduating into an uncertain world? We speak to President of Sunway University Prof Sibrandes Poppema
27m Apr 10, 2021
27m
COVID-19: The future of travel
The COVID-19 pandemic has forever changed the tourism industry.  Digitalisation, vaccine passport and strategies for tourism recovery - how will the industry look like after the pandemic?  Tourplus founder & CEO, Rickson Goh speaks to Farhana Sheikh tonight 9.45pm.
11m Jan 30, 2021
11m
How To Make Affordable Housing A Reality In Cities?
Housing affordability remains a huge challenge in M'sia, what more during COVID-19 as people face pay cuts and retrenchments.  Lagenda Properties' Jimmy Doh tells why developers are not building more affordable homes and how to change that.
15m Jan 28, 2021
15m
AWANI Review: Home prices are falling, time to buy or rent?
Despite the volatility in the housing market, there are pockets of opportunities to be excited about.  CozyHomes’ Vincent Lim speaks to Cynthia Ng tonight at 9.45pm on what to look out for & how property platforms are pivoting in the face of MCO.
14m Jan 22, 2021
14m
AWANI Review: A view from the top - How to lead for good?
Angelia Chin Sharpe talks to Cynthia Ng about leading through tough times and how organisations, both profit and non-profit, can positively impact society while being financially sustainable.
27m Oct 09, 2020
27m
Creating the next 'Boboiboy' success story
After succesfully exporting BoBoiBoy to a global audience, its creator Nizam Abdul Razak wants to turn Monsta into global animation powerhouse. He tells Cynthia Ng what it takes to build strong, lasting animated characters that appeal to the young and old and people from all over the world.
28m Sep 23, 2020
28m
COVID-19 - Protect the people, protect the planet
Tengku Zatashah Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah is no stranger to advocating for social and environmental causes. The princess is now on a mission to prevent face masks and gloves, shielding us from the threat of COVID-19, from ending up on the streets and in the ocean. She tells Cynthia Ng that we can protect ourselves and protect the planet at the same time.
25m Sep 13, 2020
25m
AWANI Review: Tenaga Nasional - Keeping the lights on sustainably
With lower energy demand yet discounts being given out, what does it take to be financially sustainable while progressing towards cleaner energy? Cynthia Ng sits with TNB President and CEO Datuk Amir Hamzah Azizan to get a deeper look into efforts in place to keep the lights on for Malaysians whilst safeguarding shareholders' interest.
28m Sep 05, 2020
28m
Desaru Coast - Restoring confidence to travel
Domestic tourism is on a promising road to recovery, benefiting resort operators like Desaru Coast Development. However, as international borders remain closed, what does it mean for Desaru Coast which had aimed to attract foreign tourists, especially from Singapore? CEO and MD Roslina Arbak speak with Cynthia Ng on the integrated resort's strategy.
25m Aug 30, 2020
25m
Lapasar - Bringing the Amazon Experience to B2B Commerce
Thinesh Kumar started Lapasar to simplify the procurement process for businesses through a single platform. Then, COVID-19 presented an opportunity for the startup to expand into the B2B wholesale marketplace. He tells Cynthia Ng his mission to make Lapasar the Amazon of B2B commerce in Malaysia.
27m Aug 23, 2020
27m
Digital Health Here to Stay Post Pandemic?
COVID-19 has put a spotlight on digital health, benefiting startups like DoctorOnCall that experienced multi-fold increases in users as millions were forced into lockdowns. But are virtual doctor appointments here to stay? DoctorOnCall Co-founder and Managing Director Maran Virumandi tells Cynthia Ng why tech adoption in healthcare is about to accelerate in a big way.
28m Aug 18, 2020
28m
Co-Living - A Bright Spot in the Sharing Economy?
Could co-living be the solution for increasingly unaffordable homes in the world's urban centres? Real estate platform Hom CEO Felix Ferdinand tells Cynthia Ng why co-living will be the next bright spot in the sharing economy despite the COVID-19 pandemic.
26m Aug 16, 2020
26m
NEXEA - How is COVID-19 Affecting Early Stage Fundraising?
Has the pandemic dampened the spirits of investors backing early-stage startups? Angel investor Ben Lim of NEXEA Angels tells Cynthia Ng why his investment strategy remains the same - with or without COVID-19. He also tells where he's placing his bets during times of uncertainty.
25m Aug 12, 2020
25m
NEXEA - How is COVID-19 Affecting Early Stage Fundraising?
Has the pandemic dampened the spirits of investors backing early-stage startups? Angel investor Ben Lim of NEXEA Angels tells Cynthia Ng why his investment strategy remains the same - with or without COVID-19. He also tells where he's placing his bets during times of uncertainty.
25m Aug 09, 2020
25m
Palm oil is not the enemy, it can be produced sustainably
For many ethical consumers, palm oil is a dirty word - and it is largely due to disinformation in the Western world, says British environmentalist Sir Jonathon Porritt. He says palm oil itself is not the enemy and that it can be produced sustainably. 
24m Mar 11, 2020
24m
RHL Ventures - Funding The Next Winner in Asia
Private investment firm RHL Ventures wants to support young, hungry entrepreneurs in Southeast Asia. Co-Founder and Managing Partner Raja Hamzah Abidin shares how the firm decides which companies to back.
28m Feb 19, 2020
28m
Lendlease's Tony Lombardo: What Makes A City World-Class?
Lendlease Asia CEO Tony Lombardo is not concerned over the oversupply of commercial space in Kuala Lumpur. The group's The Exchange TRX is already 50% leased and committed ahead of its launch in 2021. He tells AWANI Review's Cynthia Ng how the project will define the future of urban living.
29m Feb 10, 2020
29m
Financial Health Matters As Much As Physical Health
People tend to have annual checkups to measure their health. However, not as many do the same to measure their financial health. iMoney's Lee Ching Wei shares the importance in maintaining sound finances and why many Malaysians fail to do so.
28m Feb 06, 2020
28m
General Assembly’s Ryan Meyer: Skills Shortage - To 'Buy' or 'Build' Talent?
For organisations facing a shortage of talent, is it better to 'buy' skills-ready talent off the labour market or 'build' them by training existing employees with the skills needed for the business? Cynthia Ng speaks global tech education provider General Assembly's Asia Pacific Managing Director Ryan Meyer.
23m Jan 24, 2020
23m
Future Shocks - Are You Ready?
What are the biggest threats facing our world? Climate change? Displacement? Or the growing influence of Big Tech? Cynthia Ng speaks with futurist Brett King on what's keeping executives on their toes in 2020.
26m Jan 14, 2020
26m
Transferwise takes aim at traditional banks
Transferwise wants to usurp traditional banks by promising faster and cheaper way to send money abroad. Chairman and Co-Founder Taavet Hinrikus talks about the start-up's expansion into Malaysia. He speaks with Cynthia Ng. 
25m Jan 06, 2020
25m
The gift of a library for children in remote areas of Eastern Indonesia
Nita Tanzil is the Founder and CEO of Taman Bacaan Pelangi, a non-profit that provides access to books for children in remote areas of Eastern Indonesia. Nila speaks with Cynthia Ng on following her passion - traveling and building libraries.
25m Dec 25, 2019
25m
Infinitium's Ho Ching Wee --The Future of Frictionless Payment
Payment solutions pioneer Infinitium is getting ready for the next wave in digital payments. Founder and Group CEO Ho Ching Wee speaks with AWANI Review's Cynthia Ng about the future of frictionless payment - can it be frictionless and secure?
28m Dec 16, 2019
28m
Threats and Trends to Watch in 2020
Trump, tweets, trade, tariffs, tech war - some of the elements keeping global outlook uncertain going into 2020. Will Malaysia have the ability to navigate through such tumultuous times? AWANI Review's Cynthia Ng speaks with economist and former deputy governor of Bank Negara Tan Sri Datuk Dr Lin See-Yan.
28m Dec 10, 2019
28m
LinkedIn Olivier Legrand: Plugging The Digital Skills Gap
The digital skills gap is widening fast and Malaysia is not alone in facing skills shortages and job mismatch. LinkedIn Asia Pacific Managing Director Olivier Legrand lays out the strategies that can help organisations to adapt. He speaks with Cynthia Ng.
27m Nov 28, 2019
27m
Boyan Slat: Protecting The Ocean, One River At A Time
Rivers are the main source of ocean plastic pollution. The Ocean Cleanup CEO Boyan Slat shares how an invention called the Interceptor is helping to cleanup the Klang River, one of the world’s most polluting rivers in term of plastic emissions. He speaks with AWANI Review's Cynthia Ng on the Dutch non-profit's efforts to rid the oceans of plastic.
23m Nov 15, 2019
23m
Akbar Al Baker - Keeping Qatar Airways Flying High
Qatar Airways Group CEO Akbar al Baker tells why a blockade by its Gulf neighbours had made the airline more independent and confident. The state carrier, named the world’s best airline for a record fifth time, is rapidly spreading its wings to Asian destinations. The latest is Langkawi. He speaks with Cynthia Ng.
21m Nov 07, 2019
21m
Lazada's Pierre Poignant on Winning Southeast Asia's E-Commerce Battle
Lazada Group CEO Pierre Poignant shares what it takes to stay ahead long term as the battle for e-commerce dollars rages on. He says the group is committed to cultivating the region's e-commerce ecosystem by strengthening logistics and payments infrastructure.
27m Oct 31, 2019
27m
S1: A Food Business with a Mission to Rebuild Lives
What does it take to run a successful social enterprise? PichaEats co-founder Suzanne Ling tells how a project to help refugees has grown into a thriving food and catering business. She speaks to Cynthia Ng.
24m Oct 22, 2019
24m
S1: Building a Company That Will Last for 100 Years, and More
Australian award-winning furniture designer King Living is known for making furniture that lasts but can it build a business that withstand the test of time? Founder and chairman David King says that letting go of the reins is, sometimes, the best thing to do. He speaks to Cynthia Ng on staying ahead in the era of 'fast, cheap furniture' while putting the company on a path of sustainability.
24m Oct 16, 2019
24m
It Doesn't Have to be Lonely at the Top
Many CEOs and executives are plagued by feelings of isolation when they take on the top job. They don't have someone to confide in. Richard Wong, founder of Vistage Malaysia says it doesn’t have to be lonely at the top.
25m Oct 15, 2019
25m