Netizens Discuss ZUS Coffee's Newest Tea Series That Could Rival CHAGEE's Menu?
ZUS Coffee, a rising Malaysian franchise known for its dynamic marketing and competitive nature making its mark in the market as Malaysia's favourite beverage brand. Rivalling overseas brands in a highly competitive market, brands such as ZUS need to opt to follow the flow of consumer wants to achieve the top spot in the market.
Just yesterday (Monday, 19th May 2025), ZUS Coffee launched their newest addition to the menu, their 'ZUS Tea Series', broadening their taste from a primarily coffee-dominated menu. Netizens have taken to social media to quip on their thoughts on the new series, which looks to be an effort to tap into another popular franchise's market.
ZUS's newest addition consists of 3 new flavours with a hot and cold variation, namely, the 'Dark Oolong Milk Tea', 'Jasmine Milk Tea' and 'White Peach Oolong Milk Tea'. Netizens discussed that the brand's newest addition could be a strategic decision to tap into CHAGEE's market, as their menu closely resembles that of CHAGEE's, especially with the highlighted 'White Peach Oolong Milk Tea'.
Twitter user @/fdajesfry commented, 'Zus now has a Tea Series and they're clearly going for CHAGEE's target market, they put White Peach Oolong Milk Tea at the top of the list'. The user went on to rate ZUS's tea series by giving it a 2 out of 5 stars, commenting that the beverage has an artificial flavour with extra fragrance. More netizens agreed with the sentiment but applauded the Malaysian brand's strategy in competing with the market.
ZUS Coffee is currently having an RM9.90 promotion on their 'ZUS Tea Series'! Maybe try your taste buds at their newest menu and share your thoughts?
Source: Facebook, Twitter
Alyssa Gabrielle contributed to this article
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The Star
an hour ago
- The Star
Setel and TNG Digital bring in-app fuel payments to TNG eWallet at PETRONAS stations nationwide
Setel chief executive officer Abdullah Ayman Awaluddin (right) and TNG Digital chief executive officer Alan Ni showcasing the Setel and TNG eWallet apps during the MoU signing ceremony to mark the launch of the 'PETRONAS via Setel' mini programme. KUALA LUMPUR: Setel Ventures Sdn Bhd (Setel) has formalised a strategic partnership with TNG Digital Sdn Bhd (TNGD) to enable fuelling and payments right at the pump via TNG eWallet, available at over 1,000 PETRONAS stations nationwide. This landmark integration brings Setel's proprietary pump-and-pay technology to one of Malaysia's largest digital wallets. The collaboration, formalised through a recent Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), allows users to pay for fuel seamlessly without leaving their vehicle or needing to download a separate app. The new feature is available through the 'PETRONAS via Setel' mini programme within the TNG eWallet. Setel chief executive officer Abdullah Ayman Awaluddin said, 'This partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to scale Setel's platform through ecosystem integration that delivers meaningful impact. 'Refuelling is a high-frequency transaction. Embedding Setel within TNG eWallet allows us to meet users where they are and reinforce our vision to deliver seamless and frictionless mobility and retail experiences through digital innovation.' TNG Digital chief executive officer Alan Ni said, 'This partnership with Setel supports our goal of integrating practical, everyday services into the lives of our users. 'Fuel payments are a regular routine for many individuals and this collaboration makes the process faster and more accessible, while creating new touchpoints within PETRONAS' nationwide network. 'We actively encourage partnerships that not only enhance convenience for users, but also give our partners the opportunity to reach a wider, digitally engaged audience.' To mark the launch, a limited-time promotion will reward the first 50,000 eligible transactions made through the TNG eWallet mini programme with RM5 worth of Mesra Rewards points. This applies to new users of Setel and Mesra Rewards, as well as existing Mesra users linking their ID to Setel for the first time. Additionally, users will also earn TNG eWallet's GOrewards points for each transaction made through the mini programme (terms and conditions apply). Beyond the immediate rewards, this partnership reflects Setel and TNG Digital's shared ambition to make everyday mobility smarter and more rewarding – merging fuel, payments and loyalty into one integrated experience for Malaysian motorists.
New Straits Times
2 hours ago
- New Straits Times
Cable theft incidents threaten to derail ECRL completion schedule
BEIJING: Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd (MRL) has raised concerns over a series of cable theft incidents that could disrupt the planning and operational timeline of the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project, which is now at a critical phase ahead of its targeted completion in December 2026. MRL chief executive officer Datuk Seri Darwis Abdul Razak said several theft cases have been detected at specific locations along the ECRL track, which spans Kelantan, Terengganu, Pahang and Selangor. "These incidents not only raise the cost of repairs and replacements but also risk delaying the train testing and commissioning schedule, which is expected to begin in June 2026," he said during an interview with the Malaysian media delegation in Beijing. Darwis noted that if China Communications Construction Company (CCCC) fails to complete the project on time — operations are slated to begin in 2027 — the conglomerate could incur losses of RM1.25 million per day. MRL, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Minister of Finance (Incorporated), is the owner of the mega infrastructure project, while CCCC is the main contractor. As the project owner, MRL has lodged police reports on the incidents and is stepping up security measures, including appointing a dedicated security firm to monitor and safeguard ECRL assets on the ground, he said. "However, we are also counting on continued cooperation from the authorities and local communities to help curb this crime. This is a national project that we must protect together," said Darwis. He said he also plans to meet with Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail and the police chiefs of the affected states to seek cooperation and solutions to the issue. The project's completion progress has reached 83.38 per cent as of May this year, on track to meet its completion target of December 2026. Darwis emphasised that 2025 marks the most critical phase of the project, with the installation of communication, information, and signalling systems now underway at the Kota SAS (Sultan Ahmad Shah) Station and soon to proceed simultaneously at other stations. However, since the installation of the systems began in March, the ECRL has been plagued by cable thefts. Aside from Kota SAS, thefts involving cables and several transformer units have been reported in areas such as Paya Besar/Gambang, Cherating, and Kuantan Port City in Pahang; Chukai, Dungun, and Kemasik in Terengganu; and Pasir Puteh in Kelantan. In other developments, Darwis said the first two Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) train sets, along with two electric locomotives for freight operations manufactured by CRRC Dalian Locomotive & Rolling Stock Co. Ltd, are expected to arrive in Malaysia by the end of this year, with subsequent sets arriving in stages from April 2026. "System and train testing and commissioning are scheduled to begin in June 2026. This is a crucial phase that will determine our readiness to begin operations," he said. He also disclosed that 38 tunnels have been successfully bored along the project's alignment, with the final two — Serendah Tunnel 2 and the Genting Twin Tunnel — expected to be completed by the end of this month and early next month, respectively. Darwis also confirmed that all land acquisition work for the main ECRL track from Kota Baru to Port Klang has been fully completed, thanks to cooperation from the respective state governments. "Only a few additional lots are needed to accommodate the electrification system, such as for Tenaga Nasional Bhd, but we've secured 100 per cent of the land acquisition for the main track," he added. He said ECRL's cargo services have received encouraging interest from logistics industry players, with early commitments totalling between 800,000 and one million tonnes for the first year of operations, which is scheduled to begin in early 2027. The 665km ECRL is the largest infrastructure project under China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in Malaysia and is expected to enhance transport connectivity and catalyse economic growth along Peninsular Malaysia's east coast.
The Star
3 hours ago
- The Star
Bursa Malaysia forms industry working group to strengthen cybersecurity in stockbroking
Bursa Malaysia chief executive officer Datuk Fad'l Mohamed KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia Bhd has formed a dedicated industry working group to strengthen cyber resilience across the Malaysian stockbroking ecosystem. In a statement, the stock exchange operator said this coordinated effort follows the unauthorised trades incident on April 24, 2025. 'The industry working group represents a concerted effort to strengthen the cyber resiliency of our trading ecosystem. The industry recognises that cyber resiliency is not just a technology best practice — it is the cornerstone of a trusted and vibrant capital market. 'A resilient ecosystem safeguards investor confidence, upholds market integrity, and ensures that our digital infrastructure can withstand and adapt to evolving threats,' chief executive officer Datuk Fad'l Mohamed said. The industry working group, chaired by Bursa Malaysia chief regulatory officer Julian M Hashim, comprises representatives from four bank-backed participating organisations (POs), two non-bank POs, and two subject matter experts in the field of cybersecurity. The group held its inaugural meeting on June 17, 2025, during which it finalised its terms of reference. Its mandate includes assessing current cybersecurity practices and identifying systemic vulnerabilities within the stockbroking ecosystem. Additionally, the group will work on developing industry-wide standards and best practices for information and communication technology (ICT) risk management and incident response. It is also tasked with recommending enhancements to regulatory frameworks and operational protocols to strengthen overall cyber resilience. The industry working group targets to finalise its recommendation paper within four months, with the subsequent implementation phase focused on the execution of the recommendations. Acknowledging the different levels of operational complexity among stockbroking firms, industry consultations will be held to ensure the recommendations are practical and fit for purpose. Bursa Malaysia said stockbroking firms have recently implemented precautionary measures, including mandatory password resets, enhanced monitoring of unusual logins, blocking suspicious IP addresses, and issuing client alerts to safeguard login details. In line with these efforts, Bursa Malaysia had on May 21, 2025 sent out a directive to mandate that all stockbroking firms implement multi-factor authentication by the end of 2025. This requirement is a critical step towards enhancing the security of investor trading accounts and mitigating the risk of unauthorised access.
