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
Malaysia to host ASEAN round table meeting in 2025 focusing on online service licensing
Datuk Mohamad Fauzi says the roundtable will share perspectives, experiences, and challenges on online service licensing in ASEAN.
Thu Nov 21 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
MCMC investigates IPTA student for selling self-produced porn videos on X
According to MCMC, the student posted and sold pornographic videos of his own with known women, amassing over 100,000 followers on X.
Thu Nov 14 2024
TikTok gives assurance to cooperate with MCMC, BNM to address cyberbullying, scams
TikTok has also expressed its commitment to supporting Malaysia's efforts as the Chair of ASEAN in 2025, he added.
Thu Nov 14 2024
[COLUMNIST] Malaysia's 5G in limbo: Progress delayed, frustrations amplified
After five years, why is it still so difficult to simply do what is right for the industry and ultimately the rakyat?
Fri Nov 08 2024
MCMC to conduct first 5G readiness assessment survey for M'sian industries
The survey will run until Dec 1, 2024, aiming to analyse gaps in 5G adoption among companies in identified industries in Malaysia.
Thu Nov 07 2024
No plans to block social media platforms that fail to register for licensing - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil says users would still be able to access and use the platforms after the regulation comes into force.
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
Malaysia wants to learn from China’s success in 5G implementation
Malaysia is interested to learn more about China's 5G rollout, which covers over 90% of populated areas.
Fri Sep 27 2024
GISBH: MCMC to remove content from social media if there's police instruction - Fahmi
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said he has also asked MCMC to review and monitor content related to the group on social media.
Wed Sep 25 2024
Gov’t will not compromise on online safety, eyeing sustainable solutions - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said online security is now a top government priority due to the rising number of cybercrimes.
Wed Sep 11 2024
Licensing social media: Govt open to inputs from various parties - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said engagement with stakeholders will continue before the social media license takes effect on January 1, 2025.
Wed Aug 28 2024
Genting Malaysia disproves fake online video on gambling app
Genting Malaysia has came out to disprove a deepfake video falsely portraying an Astro AWANI interview with the company's top leaders
Thu Aug 15 2024
[COLUMNIST] The critical need for social media to be subject to greater regulation
The new regulation should usher in a more safe or amiable environment for everyone.
Fri Aug 02 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
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024