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Focus Malaysia
6 days ago
- Business
- Focus Malaysia
MAMBA: Mandatory e-invoicing for online sellers may alienate micro businesses
THE Malaysian Micro Businesses Association (MAMBA) has warned that the current e-invoicing framework imposed on micro business owners selling via e-commerce platforms may trigger discontent among small entrepreneurs while stifle digital growth. Under current regulations, e-invoicing is only required for physical businesses with an annual revenue of RM150,000 and above. However, for businesses that move online via e-commerce platforms, e-invoicing is mandatory regardless of revenue level. By contrast, micro businesses that set up their own websites and remain under the RM150,000 threshold are exempted from the same obligation. MAMBA cautions that such inconsistent standards could lead to dissatisfaction among micro business owners who are already struggling with rising operational costs, weak consumer sentiment and uncertainty surrounding new tariff adjustments. For many, the additional administrative burden of mandatory e-invoicing – especially when it is not uniformly applied – may be viewed as unnecessarily punitive. 'The government must avoid policies that burden the smallest players in our economy. Many of our members are one-person operations or family-run stalls just beginning to explore digital sales,' commented MAMBA chairman Tan Peng Beng. 'Imposing e-invoicing on them just because they choose to list on popular platforms is unfair and creates unnecessary complexity. 'A recent poll by DARE found that 94.7% of online business owners who are aware of the e-invoicing requirement are calling for an exemption, claiming that the system is too tedious and unfit for small-scale operations. 'This is clear proof that micro entrepreneurs are not just overwhelmed, they're actively pushing back.' MAMBA also highlighted the confusion this policy creates for micro business owners, many of whom are unfamiliar with e-commerce and digital tools. As requirements differ between selling on an e-commerce marketplace and operating a stand-alone website, the lack of clarity risks further discouraging traditional sellers from embracing online platforms. As it is, micro businesses are a crucial part of Malaysia's economy. According to the Department of Statistics out of 1,173,601 micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) registered in 2022, of which a staggering 78.7% or 923,667 were micro businesses. – May 13, 2025
Time of India
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Who got Kobe Bryant's wife pregnant?': Man blasts Vanessa Bryant over alleged pregnancy, claims she's not allowed to move on
A bizarre wave of rumours surrounding Vanessa Bryant has taken over social media, and it's spiralled into a full-blown debate. It all began with a Facebook post where someone claimed Kobe Bryant's widow appeared to be pregnant. That alone was enough to stir chatter, but things escalated quickly after whispers spread that she might be dating a 27-year-old basketball player and expecting her fifth child with him. Amid the speculation, a video of a man furiously ranting about the alleged pregnancy has gone viral, drawing millions of views and turning the situation into a highly charged controversy. Viral rant targets Vanessa Bryant for 'disrespecting Kobe' The man in the now-viral clip didn't hold back. In a passionate, profanity-laced tirade, he slammed Vanessa for allegedly moving on, accusing her of tarnishing Kobe's legacy. "Kobe's wife is pregnant, and you all females out here are defending her, talking about, Oh, she's allowed to move on. Actually, no, the f*** she is not," he shouted. Man goes off on Kobe Bryant's wife for allegedly getting pregnant after his passing. 👀 🏀 He compared her situation to women who lost partners in less glorified circumstances, adding, "She got pregnant by THE BLACK MAMBA. She's supposed to die, legend, just like him." He even went as far as saying she shouldn't have access to Kobe's estate anymore and that her alleged new partner should take care of her financially. The internet is somehow debating this. What's frustrating is that this has turned into an actual topic of debate online. The comment section under the viral video has become a chaotic mix of opinions, with some people defending Vanessa's right to move forward while others accuse her of being disrespectful. One user commented, 'How you gonna tell somebody when they can move on from their dead spouse?' While another said, 'She can move on but leave all the money and that house to his daughters.' Grown ass man worried about somebody that he could never be with. How you gonna tell somebody when they can move on from their dead spouse? I mean he got a point she can move on but leave all the money and that house that comes with it to his daughters A few even suggested her earlier grief was "fake" based on how their love story ended. One user said, "I cried so much when she did her speech on Kobe after his passing during the celebration of life… Like, their love story was PERFECT the way it was and was something that I aspired to… I genuinely want my tears back because now it all seems so disingenuous." i cried so much when she did her speech on Kobe after his passing during the celebration of life.. like their love story was PERFECT the way it was and was something that i aspired to.. i genuinely want my tears back cos now it all seems so ingenuine One sensible person, meanwhile, highlighted, "I think men should refrain from making uninformed comments. They have no idea what they're talking about. For all we know, this could have been a preserved embryo or even Kobe's stored sperm. Nobody knows what kind of family planning arrangements they had in place. And even if she moved on, she fulfilled her role as a wife. Whether through divorce or death, she has every right to move forward with her life." I think men should refrain from making uninformed comments. They have no idea what they're talking about. For all we know, this could have been a preserved embryo or even Kobe's stored sperm. Nobody knows what kind of family planning arrangements they had in place. And even if… Vanessa responds to pregnancy rumours with sharp denial Vanessa Bryant clearly saw the noise and shut it down fast. On June 1, 2025, she posted a meme featuring Rihanna floating in water and flipping off the camera, captioned, 'Me defending my peace, not pregnant, and having fun all summer.' It was her way of saying she's not entertaining any of it. At 42, Vanessa continues to focus on her four daughters and the Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation, which she actively leads. Her social media has remained centred on family and philanthropy, with no signs of anything backing the pregnancy claims. If anything, the way she clapped back only proves she's still living on her terms, rumours or not. Is Vanessa Bryant dating someone? There have been rumours of Vanessa dating a 27-year-old NBA star, but there's been no actual proof to back those claims, just vague gossip floating around. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral, follow Indiatimes Trending.
BusinessToday
08-05-2025
- Business
- BusinessToday
Micro Business Association Call Out Inconsistency In e-Invoicing Framework
The Malaysian Micro Businesses Association (MAMBA) has raised concerns over the current e-invoicing framework imposed on micro business owners selling via e-commerce platforms, warning that the policy may trigger discontent among its members and small entrepreneurs. Soon to be mandatory, e-invoicing is currently only required for physical businesses with an annual revenue of RM150,000 and above. However, for businesses that move online via e-commerce platforms, e-invoicing is a MUST regardless of revenue level. By contrast, MAMBA said micro businesses that set up their own websites and remain under the RM150,000 threshold are exempted from the same obligation. The association cautions that such inconsistent standards could lead to dissatisfaction among micro business owners who are already struggling with rising operational costs, weak consumer sentiment, and uncertainty surrounding new tariff adjustments. For many, the additional administrative burden of mandatory e-invoicing, especially when it is not uniformly applied, may be viewed as unnecessarily punitive. According to Tan Peng Beng, Chairman of the Malaysian Micro Businesses Association, who is also the Head of the People's Progressive Party Tiong Nam branch, 'The government must avoid policies that burden the smallest players in our economy. Many of our members are one-person operations or family-run stalls just beginning to explore digital sales. Imposing e-invoicing on them just because they choose to list on popular platforms is unfair and creates unnecessary complexity.' A recent poll by DARE found that 94.7% of online business owners who are aware of the e- invoicing requirement are calling for an exemption, saying the system is too tedious and unfit for small-scale operations. This is clear proof that micro entrepreneurs are not just overwhelmed, they're actively pushing back.' MAMBA also highlighted the confusion this policy creates for micro business owners, many of whom are unfamiliar with e-commerce and digital tools. As requirements differ between selling on an e-commerce marketplace and operating a standalone website, the lack of clarity risks further discouraging traditional sellers from embracing online platforms. The association warned that this regulatory gap may undermine the government's own digitalisation agenda by deterring micro enterprises from making the leap into online commerce. The disparity between how digital platforms are treated only adds to the fear and hesitation many sellers already feel when navigating unfamiliar digital territory. According to the Department of Statistics out of 1,173,601 micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) registered in 2022, 78.7% or 923,667 were micro businesses. Related
ARN News Center
21-03-2025
- Science
- ARN News Center
25,000-year-old mammoth hunting site discovered in Austria
Archaeologists from the Austrian Academy of Sciences (ÖAW) have made a significant discovery in Langmannersdorf, Lower Austria, uncovering a prehistoric hunting ground used for mammoths. Excavations in this area, located northeast of St. Pölten, revealed the remains of at least five mammoths dating back 25,000 years, along with stone tools. Researchers believe that dozens of these animals were processed here, with their meat utilised and ivory crafted by ancient hunters. In February, a team led by Marc Händel from the Austrian Archaeological Institute (ÖAI) undertook further excavations slightly away from previous sites as part of the European research project MAMBA, which focuses on mammoth bone accumulations in Central Europe. \ They identified two zones, approximately 15 metres apart, containing multiple layers of bones, along with stone tools and waste from tool production. While neither zone contained complete skeletons, one area revealed remains of at least three animals, including intact and fragmented tusks, but few vertebrae and long bones. This suggests that ivory was likely processed there, possibly to create spear points. The second zone lacked ivory but included vertebrae and long bones from at least two additional mammoths. Notably, both locations lacked rib bones, indicating that the ancient hunters sorted the remains. Additionally, signs of Upper Paleolithic habitation have been found, such as fire pits and pits, which suggest that while butchering mammoths, the hunters remained in the area and left behind traces of their presence. Händel noted that 25,000 years ago, during the late Ice Age, mammoth herds roamed Central Europe, utilising the Perschling Valley in Langmannersdorf as a transit and grazing area.
Dubai Eye
20-03-2025
- Science
- Dubai Eye
25,000-year-old mammoth hunting site discovered in Austria
Share on Facebook Share on Messenger Share on Messenger Share on X Share on Whatsapp Archaeologists from the Austrian Academy of Sciences (ÖAW) have made a significant discovery in Langmannersdorf, Lower Austria, uncovering a prehistoric hunting ground used for mammoths. Excavations in this area, located northeast of St. Pölten, revealed the remains of at least five mammoths dating back 25,000 years, along with stone tools. Researchers believe that dozens of these animals were processed here, with their meat utilised and ivory crafted by ancient hunters. In February, a team led by Marc Händel from the Austrian Archaeological Institute (ÖAI) undertook further excavations slightly away from previous sites as part of the European research project MAMBA, which focuses on mammoth bone accumulations in Central Europe. \ They identified two zones, approximately 15 metres apart, containing multiple layers of bones, along with stone tools and waste from tool production. While neither zone contained complete skeletons, one area revealed remains of at least three animals, including intact and fragmented tusks, but few vertebrae and long bones. This suggests that ivory was likely processed there, possibly to create spear points. The second zone lacked ivory but included vertebrae and long bones from at least two additional mammoths. Notably, both locations lacked rib bones, indicating that the ancient hunters sorted the remains. Additionally, signs of Upper Paleolithic habitation have been found, such as fire pits and pits, which suggest that while butchering mammoths, the hunters remained in the area and left behind traces of their presence. Händel noted that 25,000 years ago, during the late Ice Age, mammoth herds roamed Central Europe, utilising the Perschling Valley in Langmannersdorf as a transit and grazing area.
