
Musk's Starlink races with Chinese rivals to dominate satellite internet
Space is about to get more crowded for Elon Musk.
Tue Feb 25 2025

Licensing of social media service providers to enhance platform accountability - Experts
The licensing requirement for social media and Internet messaging services with at least eight million registered users in Malaysia, is deemed capable of enhancing platform accountability
Thu Jan 02 2025

Four social media platform providers apply for licence to operate in Malaysia - MCMC
Four major internet messaging and social media service providers have taken significant steps towards regulatory compliance by applying for licences to operate in Malaysia
Wed Jan 01 2025

Immediate reform needed in social media regulations to protect children - Syerleena
The government's move to licence social media services to overcome various problems on the Internet, including digital predation on children is apt, said Bukit Bendera MP
Thu Dec 26 2024
AWANI Tonight: Rare golden tiger draw crowds at Thai zoo
Rare golden tigers Ava and Luna have stolen the spotlight at the Chiang Mai night safari in Thailand. The twin sisters made their debut at the zoo in June, quickly becoming an internet sensation and drawing in crowds of visitors.
Tue Dec 24 2024

Rare tigresses earn social media fame as stars of Thailand zoo
Rare golden tigresses with cream coats and wide eyes in a northern Thailand zoo have become internet sensations, drawing massive crowds.
Tue Dec 24 2024

MCMC publishes code of conduct (Best Practice) for Internet messaging and social media service providers
MCMC says the Code of Conduct (Best Practice) aims to ensure service providers uphold online safety and security.
Sat Dec 21 2024

India questions Musk's Starlink for more clues in $4.2 bil drug smuggling case
Police seized more than 6,000 kg of meth in late November in a Myanmar boat carrying sacks of suspected contraband, and found Starlink Mini internet device had been used.
Mon Dec 09 2024

CMA amendments tighten grip, yet miss the mark in protecting children
The proposed changes will significantly impact childrens rights and online safety.
Wed Dec 04 2024

TikTok decision coming soon as Jan. 19 divestment deadline looms
Judges are reviewing TikTok's challenge to a law requiring ByteDance to sell its US assets by Jan. 19 or face a ban.
Tue Nov 26 2024

Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024

Cyberbullying: MCMC received 27 reports a day - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil says the figure shows a significant increase compared to the previous 10 cases per day.
Tue Nov 19 2024

Australia proposes 'world-leading' ban on social media for children under 16
Australia is trialing an age-verification system to assist in blocking children from accessing social media platforms.
Thu Nov 07 2024

Meta-MCMC continue discussions on licensing, Meta needs to be proactive in fighting paedophilia crime - Fahmi
The licensing will apply to all social media platform providers with at least eight million registered users.
Wed Oct 30 2024

Media licensing framework development involves multiple consultations - Teo
Teo Nie Ching says the views of stakeholders have been considered through several engagement sessions and ongoing consultations.
Mon Oct 21 2024

What happened in Philippine drug war that led to Duterte's arrest?
Here are some facts about the drug war during Duterte's presidency from 2016 to 2022.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Soccer - Manchester United plans to build 'world's greatest stadium'
Manchester United plans to build a new 100,000-seat stadium next to the existing Old Trafford, the club announces.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Meta begins testing its first in-house AI training chip
Meta is working with Taiwan-based chip manufacturer TSMC to produce the chip, according to sources.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Russia says it wants united and 'friendly' Syria
Russia has two strategically important military bases in Syria, which it is hoping to retain in the wake of Assad's fall.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Musk says juggling DOGE and CEO jobs is difficult, as Tesla shares slump
Elon Musk says he is running his businesses "with great difficulty" while working with the Trump administration.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippine ex-leader Duterte long defiant on deadly drug war
Before becoming president, Rodrigo Duterte earned the nicknames "The Punisher" and "Duterte Harry" for his violent anti-drug crackdown.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Ismail Sabri probe: 36 witnesses finish giving statements to MACC, 23 others to be summoned
A MACC source said 23 other witnesses have also been identified and would be summoned to give their statements soon.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Westin Hotels marks World Sleep Day with wellness-focused offerings
With a growing demand for sleep tourism and wellness travel, Westin aims to solidify its position as a leader in holistic hospitality.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Govt wants local experts to help improve national cyber security - PM's press secretary
Tunku Nashrul Abaidah says the government has high confidence in local expertise to face cybersecurity challenges.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippines' ex-President Duterte arrested at ICC's request over 'drugs war', government says
Rodrigo Duterte was arrested upon his arrival at a Manila airport and the ex-leader is now in custody, the office of the president said.
Tue Mar 11 2025