
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

Cyber threat: Don’t talk to strangers, no longer relevant?
Today, children in the digital age can interact with anyone online, exposing them to various security risks.
Sat Feb 15 2025

Establishment of cyber security academy to address pressing need for experts - Ahmad Zahid
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said there is a pressing need for cybersecurity experts with over 26,009 vacancies in the field.
Mon Sep 23 2024

Cyber Security Act comes into force today
The regulations under the Act include the Cyber Security (Period for Cyber Security Risk Assessment and Audit) Regulations 2024.
Mon Aug 26 2024

No need to panic about increase in cyber attacks - Teo
The Cyber Security Bill aims to defend critical infrastructure, including data centres, hospitals, banking and communication systems.
Mon Apr 01 2024

Kill switch to be introduced to tackle online scams - Azalina
Most of the existing laws (related to cyber security and online crime) were drafted before 2010, said Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said.
Tue Feb 27 2024

Global law enforcers seek Trend Micro's help in taking down top ransomware threat group LockBit
Trend helps shield the world from an unreleased ransomware attack and delivers advanced protection to customers.
Fri Feb 23 2024

Your stolen data for sale
Personal data is and will continue to be a prime target for criminals because its easy to obtain and make money from.
Wed Feb 07 2024

Proliferation of AI-driven attacks anticipated in 2024
Trend Micro urges industry-led regulation and innovative defense strategies.
Sat Dec 16 2023

Digital ID: Govt assures data protection, cyber security will always be under control
Fahmi Fadzil said public need not worry about the implementation of Digital ID as it does not require recording of biometric identifiers.
Fri Dec 01 2023

Cabinet to finalise policy on cybersecurity ecosystem on July 19
PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this demonstrated the seriousness and firm commitment of the govt in addressing cyber security challenges.
Mon Jul 10 2023

Malaysia Cyber Security Commission proposal to be tabled in Parliament in June
The proposal to establish a Malaysia Cyber Security Commission is now at the engagement stage with related agencies to discuss the various legal aspects as well as the form of the commission itself.
Sun Feb 19 2023

Malaysia, Singapore mull cyber security round table
Malaysia and Singapore will discuss the need to hold a Malaysia-Singapore round table on cyber security every year in an effort to boost cyber security, said Fahmi Fadzil.
Tue Jan 31 2023

Malaysia plans to set up cyber security commission
The government plans to establish the Malaysian Cyber Security Commission as part of efforts to strengthen cyber security in the country, said Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil.
Tue Jan 31 2023

Three agreements involving cyber security, digital, green economy signed in Singapore - Anwar
Three agreements were signed between Putrajaya and Singapore covering aspects of cyber security, digital and green economy in conjunction with PM Anwar's official visit.
Mon Jan 30 2023

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows
Only Australia, New Zealand, the Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Estonia and Iceland made the grade, according to IQAir.
Wed Mar 12 2025