Ho Kay Tat

Biography

Dato’ Ho Kay Tat is a prominent figure within the Malaysian media landscape, holding the positions of publisher and group CEO at The Edge Media Group. Boasting over three decades of experience in the realm of journalism and media, he is renowned for his pivotal role in transforming The Edge Malaysia into the nation's premier financial news institution. Notably, Dato’ Ho Kay Tat stands out as a trailblazer in the 1MDB investigation, where together with his team, he displayed remarkable courage and commitment to unbiased reporting. In the face of governmental pressures—which led to the closure of The Edge for several months—Ho emerged as a staunch advocate for media freedom and the promotion of ethical journalism within Malaysia.