8 new Digital Media titles in Malaysia launched since the pandemic
They say that our media reflects the conversation of our time as it shapes it. Since the pandemic onset, there has been a major structural shift in Malaysia's media landscape. Our media landscape has shifted and morphed in that time, and old titles had to shut down. In its place blooms new purveyors of our collective conversation. Take a look at these eight new titles that have launched since the pandemic began.
1. Hipshut
Hipshut is a portfolio of handpicked hip & chic hotels in the world's most stunning locations. They aim to be one of the websites that travellers would always visit to plan for their stay at any hip-design hotels. Hipshut also caters to your travelling budget by dividing their hotel selections into two categories: Worth the Penny & Chic n Cheap. Chic n Cheap hotels are priced below RM300 while 'Worth The Penny' hotels are priced above RM300.
Read more about Hipshut at hipshut.com /Instagram: @hipshut
2. Rawrn
Rawrn is a food blog highlighting conversations about food in Malaysia and beyond - from reviews to dining news. Rawrn, founded by Buro247 former writer Ronn Tan pursues his passion in the food industry. From where to find the most recent places to eat to how you can help the front-liners by just buying martabaks, Rawrn would be a constant companion for the always hungry.
Read more about Rawrn at rawrn.com / Instagram: @rrrawrn
3. Life of Ze
Life of Ze is a Chinese online portal sharing lifestyle stories on food, travel and men's related features. Life of Ze was founded by Ze Chia, the former digital editor of Citta Bella.
Check out Life of Ze at lifeofze.com / Instagram: @lifeofzemalaysia
4. Myeppo
Myeppo is a content and community platform, bringing you the latest news and tips from celebrities and influencers on beauty and wellness. The inspiration behind their title comes from the Korean word “yeppo”, which means pretty and aims to be a purveyor of pretty things.
Check out Myeppo at myeppo.com / Instagram: @myeppo.official
5. Sense Scoop
Sense Scoop is a forward-thinking, curated website dedicated to revealing the latest scoop + movers and shakers in the fashion, beauty and grooming, pop culture and lifestyle scenes in Malaysia and beyond. They are here to help you simplify your shopping and lifestyle choices no matter the occasion, time and budget.
Check out Sense Scoop at scoop.sense.my / Instagram: @sensescoop
6. SoCantik
SoCantik is a Malay beauty portal covering local and international beauty and fashion news, makeup tricks and trends, and reviews on cosmetics and beauty products. SoCantik provides a beautiful and healthy platform as an inspiration for women to reveal the beautiful version of themselves.
Check out SoCantik at socantik.my / Instagram: @socantikofficial
7. The Beauty Desk
The Beauty Desk is a one-stop source for beauty news founded by three former magazine beauty editors – Izzati, Nana and Sarah. The portal is a tribute to their past work experiences in journalism and a love letter to the innovative, energetic, complex yet fun and alluring world of beauty. Whether it’s in the form of makeup, skincare, haircare or fragrance – it’s a tool of self-expression and gives you the boost of confidence you need to feel your best.
Check out The Beauty Desk at thebeautydeskmy.com / Instagram: @thebeautydesk.my
8. Y-Zine 247
Y-Zine 247 is a Chinese online portal dedicated to all people in love with everything that is a treat for the eyes. They celebrate the new generation's voice, combining modern self-media with the traditional format to interpret the latest fashion, beauty, art & life with their unique ideas. Y-Zine mentioned that there's no clear distinction in fashion today. You may dress up in whatever way you feel comfortable & confident. Style is subjective.
Check out Y-Zine 247 at y-zine247.com / Instagram: @yzine247