Ghostbots: AI versions of deceased loved ones could be a serious threat to mental health
Using deep fake technology, AI software can create an interactive virtual representation of deceased person by using their digital content.
Sat May 18 2024
RM3 million for content creators in Sabah, Sarawak to produce award-winning content
The fund is aimed at enhancing talent development, stimulating activities and innovation, and creating job opportunities, Fahmi Fadzil said.
Fri Sep 15 2023
Celebrated content creator, Sofyank to set up production company
Local digital content creator, Mohamad Sofian Abdullah, 27, or better known as Sofyank plans to set up a production company here by the end of this year.
Fri May 19 2023
Spilt Gravy On Rice bags Best Film Award at FFM32
Held for the first time outside of the Klang Valley, FFM32 which took place at Encore Melaka had 22 award categories.
Sat Dec 03 2022
Seri Angkasa Award to continue with more categories - Annuar Musa
Annuar sparked the idea to rebrand ASA and introduced an additional cash prize from the Digital Content Fund.
Mon Oct 31 2022
Govt allocates over 100 mln to drive local creative industry
The government has allocated over RM100 million to drive the local creative industry next year through the DEKAN and the Digital Content Fund.
Fri Oct 07 2022
New applications for Digital Content Grant 2022 open from Tuesday - Annuar
Annuar said selected applicants will be invited to a presentation session scheduled for August, before approval is announced by Sept 2022.
Wed Jun 15 2022
FINAS allocates RM38 million in digital content grant to help filmmakers
Zahidi said the fund will help small-scale filmmakers showcase their talents and works on over-the-top platforms.
Tue Oct 26 2021
MDEC disburses RM5.52 mln to 45 grant recipients
MDEC said the disbursement indicates that its new grant framework is now completed and fully operational.
Thu Sep 02 2021
MDEC announces DIF5 Strategy in advancing Malaysia's Digital Economy
The initiative aims to secure high quality digital investments as it seeks to unlock new drivers of growth in the digital economy.
Mon Jul 19 2021
48 individuals, companies receive RM5.5 million from Music Digital Content Fund
The Music DKD is aimed at providing support and opening more job opportunities as well as boosting the music industry amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fri Dec 25 2020
Facebook accuses Apple of anticompetitive behaviour over privacy changes
Facebook previously tried to push a notification to its users about Apple's fees but said Apple rejected its 'transparency notice.'
Thu Dec 17 2020
Alleged of abuse of power, Eizlan Yusof sues Hans Isaac
Eizlan Yusof questions Hans Isaac's motive for making baseless allegations against him.
Wed Nov 18 2020
RM35 mln PENJANA allocation reinforces digital creative content industry - MDEC
The allocation, known as PENJANA Digital Content Fund, would further expand and enhance the two existing digital content programmes that MDEC is managing.
Mon Aug 10 2020
Bundesliga: Aiming To Be Number Ein On The Pitch and Übersee
Germany's top football division Bundesliga is making bigger inroads into Asia, promising fanbase proximity and superior digital content. But is it enough to catch up with rival leagues? We speak to Bundesliga International CEO Robert Klein.
Tue May 07 2019
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024