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
Govt sticks to Jan 1, 2025 deadline for social media licensing - Fahmi
Failure to obtain a license after the effective date will constitute an offence, and appropriate legal action may be taken under Act 588.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Cabinet did not discuss Professors Council issues - Fahmi
"No decision has been made regarding the issues yet."
Fri Nov 08 2024
U Mobile’s appointment as 5G provider complies with licence conditions - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil says the decision does not contravene the special licence conditions for individual licences.
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
Gov’t won’t compromise on public safety on social media - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil says the govt will not compromise on this matter as social media safety issues, especially involving children and families.
Thu Oct 31 2024
Gov't never discussed introducing ChatGPT subscription tax - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil says any new tax proposal must go to Parliament,- and not just be discussed at the Cabinet level.
Thu Oct 31 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
Malaysian Media Council bill to be tabled for first reading - Fahmi
The bill experienced a brief delay due to a request from Malaysian Productivity Corporation for it to undergo a Regulatory Impact Analysis.
Mon Oct 28 2024
Othman Hafsham named Tokoh Seri Angkasa award recipient
Film director and producer Othman Hafsham was named the recipient of the Tokoh Seri Angkasa Award 2024 at the Malam Kemuncak Anugerah Seri Angkasa 2024 (ASA2024) last night.
Sun Oct 27 2024
PM takes note over minimum wage, mandatory EPF contribution - Fahmi
Any decision will probably be announced when PM winds up the debate on the budget for the Ministry of Finance later, says Fahmi Fadzil.
Sat Oct 26 2024
House arrest not linked to Najib - Fahmi
The Unity Government spokesperson said the bill marks a transition from a punitive to a restorative justice system.
Fri Oct 25 2024
Online safety bill a move to fix 'lacuna' in law - Fahmi
A 'lacuna in the law' is the term given to any situation where there is no applicable law in place.
Fri Oct 25 2024
Online Safety Bill to curb criminal activities on social media - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil says it will ensure social media platform operators are more proactive in curbing criminal activities on their platforms.
Wed Oct 23 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
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
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024