BSN AND PAYHUNTER FACILITATE 24 RAMADAN BAZAAR SPOTS IN KUALA LUMPUR TO GO CASHLESS

BSN AND PAYHUNTER FACILITATE 24 RAMADAN BAZAAR SPOTS IN KUALA LUMPUR TO GO CASHLESS

Visitors Will Get To Experience The Convenience Of Digital Transactions At Their Fingertips 

[PRESS RELEASE]

Kuala Lumpur, 23 March 2024—To support digital commerce, Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN) has partnered with Tech Hunter Global Sdn Bhd (PayHunter) to introduce BSN’s DuitNow QR Soundbox, a digital payment terminal to facilitate cashless transactions for Ramadan bazaar stall vendors. This initiative is aligned with the government's Geran Digital PMKS Madani (GDPM), which aims to enhance digital solutions for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

The BSN DuitNow QR Soundbox

The BSN DuitNow QR Soundbox is available and activated across 24 selected Ramadan bazaar spots in Kuala Lumpur to benefit vendors and customers alike. This deployment follows the success of last year’s #TechMeToBazaar event at Ramadan Bazaar TTDI, demonstrating BSN and PayHunter’s commitment to enhancing the digital commerce landscape and empowering MSMEs with digital capabilities. 

From left to right:

 Philippe Olivier Xavier Buriot, CEO, My Evolution Sdn Bhd

Jenson Wong, CEO, Tech Hunter Global Sdn Bhd, Jay Khairil Jeremy bin Abdullah, Chief

Executive, Bank Simpanan Nasional, Tuan Hj Gulam Muszaffar Bin Mustakim, Presiden, Pertubuhan

Pengurusan Pasar Malam Kuala Lumpur (PMKL), Mr. Muhamad Adlan Hussan, Director, Financial Institutions Division, Paynet, Alan Kok, Co-Founder

The event was graced by Yang Berbahagia Datuk Seri Sr Haji Kamarulzaman Bin Mat Salleh, Mayor of Kuala Lumpur, who also witnessed the launch of the first Dynamic DuitNow QR Soundbox with Card Acceptance by BSN and PayHunter. This digital product's launch is meant to empower MSME business owners by providing them quick, secure, and direct access to their accounts without the hassle of handling cash.

Launching the first Dynamic DuitNow QR Soundbox with Card Acceptance by BSN and PayHunter

BSN and PayHunter have also teamed up to offer new and existing Ramadan bazaar vendors the opportunity to become BSNeBiz merchants. As a bonus, vendors will receive a complimentary BSN DuitNow QR Soundbox. The deployment of the BSN DuitNow QR Soundbox at 24 Bazaar locations was meant to simplify vendor operations and offer secured transactions.

The Dynamic BSN DuitNow QR Soundbox is expected to be rolled out in the next quarter. BSN and PayHunter will also continue to upgrade the QR Soundbox, offering a new feature where merchants can input product prices directly into the device that generates an accompanying QR code. This advancement streamlines the payment process, allowing customers to scan QR or tap using their cards.

Tuan Hj Gulam Muszaffar Bin Mustakim, President, Kuala Lumpur Pasar Malam Management Association (PMKL) 

Making his speech at the #TechMeToBazaar 2.0 launch event

Yang Berbahagia Datuk Haji Kamarulzaman Mat Salleh, Mayor of Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL), mentioned, “It is with great satisfaction that I observe the efforts of our business owners in upskilling themselves. They are gaining insights into the mindset of their customers, who seek seamless and convenient transactions for even the smallest purchases at the Ramadan Bazaar. This is a positive development in empowering more MSMEs and SMEs to adopt digital solutions as Malaysia embraces a digital lifestyle.” 

Jay Khairil Jeremy Abdullah, Chief Executive, Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN)

Making his speech at the #TechMeToBazaar 2.0 launch event

Jay Khairil, Chief Executive of BSN, said, “The partnership with PayHunter underscores the bank's unwavering commitment to enhancing productivity and promoting business expansion among MSMEs through digital transformation. Introducing the Soundbox terminal is a convenient feature to further facilitate the ease of completing the payment process. BSN is a mandated financial institution dedicated to empowering MSMEs through PMKS Madani digital grant, ensuring their success and contributing to inclusive economic growth.”

Tuan Haji Badrul Hisham Bin Haji Bahamudin, Pengarah Jabatan Perkesanan & Pembangunan Perniagaan, Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur (DBKL) Making his speech at the #TechMeToBazaar 2.0 launch event

Jenson Wong, the Chief Executive Officer of Tech Hunter, said, “After the successful Ramadan Bazaar of the previous year and the increasing interest of Malaysians in cashless transactions, PayHunter has taken the initiative to offer vendors a more secure and faster way to receive payments. Thanks to our BSN sponsors, introducing the Dynamic QR Soundbox with Card Acceptance and BSN’s DuitNow QR Soundbox is now made possible and is expected to provide peace of mind to vendors while selling their products.”

From left to right: 

Mr. Muhamad Adlan Hussan, Director, Financial Institutions Division, Paynet Jenson Wong, CEO, Tech Hunter Global Sdn Bhd, Jay Khairil Jeremy bin Abdullah, Chief Executive, Bank Simpanan Nasional At the #TechMeToBazaar 2.0 press conference

Mr Gary Yeoh, Chief Commercial Officer of PayNet, mentioned, “We are committed to making commerce more accessible and convenient for all Malaysians, particularly for our MSMEs, the economy's backbone. Our support for the BSN’s DuitNow QR Soundbox initiative reflects our dedication to empowering businesses with streamlined, secure, and efficient e-payment systems. Through innovative platforms, we introduce more than technology; we create opportunities for small businesses to prosper in the digital economy. Together, we are transforming commerce to ensure it is inclusive, progressive, and beneficial for all, shaping a future where transactions enhance economic participation for everyone.”

Philippe Buriot, CEO of MY Evolution, said, “As a tech enthusiast myself, I am glad to be a part of this project alongside PayHunter and BSN to support and provide stall vendors with MY Evolution’s IoT SIM cards. They are equipped with advanced security protection mechanisms and provide the best connectivity experience to Malaysian vendors.”

For more information on the payment terminals, you may visit PayHunter’s Facebook Page, www.facebook.com/payhunter.com.my, or contact Brandon Wong at brandon@tech-hunter.com.my.

#TechMeToBazaar 2.0 digital bazaar at Jalan Kuching

List of 24 Ramadan Bazaar locations that will deploy the BSN DuitNow QR Soundbox

1. BAZAAR TTDI JALAN FUAD 2
2. BAZAAR RAMADHAN TAMAN SRI SINAR
3. BAZAAR RAMADHAN PPR BATU MUDA
4. BAZAAR RAMADHAN TAMAN WILAYAH SELAYANG
5. BAZAAR RAMADHAN TAMAN DATO SENU
6. BAZAAR RAMADHAN JALAN MEGA MENDUNG
7. BAZAAR RAMADHAN TAMAN BUKIT CHERAS
8. BAZAAR RAMADHAN BANDAR TUN RAZAK (Bazaar Hadapan Pusat Komuniti BTR)
9. BAZAAR RAMADHAN TAMAN DESA
10. BAZAAR RAMADHAN PPR BUKIT JALIL (Bazaar Jalan Impian Indah (Sri Ceria - ATM Ltat)
11. BAZAAR RAMADHAN TELAWI BANGSAR
12. BAZAAR RAMADHAN DESA PETALING
13. BAZAAR RAMADHAN PPR SERI ALAM II
14. BAZAAR RAMADHAN MASJID JAMEK
15. BAZAAR PKNS JALAN KUCHING
16. BAZAAR RAMADHAN TAMAN MELATI,SETAPAK
17. BAZAAR RAMADHAN SRI JATI 3
18. BAZAAR RAMADHAN JALAN JUJUR BANDAR TUN RAZAK
19. BAZAAR RAMADHAN METRO PRIMA KEPONG
20. BAZAAR RAMADHAN TAMAN TENAGA
21. BAZAAR RAMADHAN JALAN RADIN ANUM SRI PETALING
22. BAZAAR RAMADHAN WANGSA MAJU
23. BAZAAR RAMADHAN SETAPAK INDAH
24. BAZAAR RAMADHAN UTC SENTUL