ASEAN urged to intensify cybersecurity awareness efforts
Dr Kao Kim Hourn calls for ASEAN to intensify its capacity-building efforts and launch a region-wide cyber awareness campaign.
Wed Oct 16 2024
Southeast Asian media, think tanks unite against fake news to foster regional stability
Media practitioners and representatives from think tanks across Southeast Asia have called for a unified action against fake news
Mon Jun 10 2024
How AI can help us spot its own fakes
How AI is helping spread fake news and misinformation but it could also be used to fight this spread.
Fri Jun 07 2024
Fighting back as misinformation ramps up
Misinformation is nothing new, but AI, social media and eroding trust in institutions are making the threat stronger than ever.
Sun Nov 19 2023
Fahmi lambasts parties behind edited news headline
Slander has become prevalent, said Fahmi Fadzil.
Mon Jun 26 2023
Indian court orders YouTube to remove fake news on Bachchan grandchild
Judge Hari Shankar ordered YouTube to ensure the videos about Aaradhya Bachchan's health, were taken down immediately.
Fri Apr 21 2023
Deepfake 'news anchors' in pro-China footage: Research
The "news broadcasters" appear stunningly real, but they are AI-generated deepfakes in first-of-their-kind propaganda videos.
Mon Feb 13 2023
People must cross-check, recognise scams and fake news - Teo
People need to be more careful and verify any information received to avoid falling victim to fake news and scams, said Deputy Communications and Digital Minister Teo Nie Ching.
Mon Jan 02 2023
Fahmi will meet social media providers to discuss fake news issue
Fahmi Fadzil will meet with social media service providers to discuss issues related to the spread of fake news and aggressive content.
Mon Dec 05 2022
Poster on PDRM salary increase is fake news - JPM
JPM urged the public not to spread or share any unverified or false information.
Wed Nov 30 2022
GE15: Viral message of Anwar appointed PM is fake
The fake viral message urged people to vote for Anwar to be PM.
Sun Nov 20 2022
GE15: Ignore news about voters not allowed from using shorts, slippers - EC
Azmi Sharom said voters need not worry because the viral news on the clothing dos and don'ts is fake news.
Sat Nov 19 2022
Don't ruin harmony and peace with fake news, provocations - PM
Ismail Sabri has warned certain quarters against ruining social harmony and peace in the country by spreading fake news and extreme provocations, especially on social media.
Sat Oct 08 2022
Russian TV protester confirms she has gone on the run
Ovsyannikova confirmed she had escaped house arrest over charges of spreading fake news again, saying she had no case to answer.
Wed Oct 05 2022
Viral message on kidnap incident fake news - Johor police
Police have dismissed as fake news a viral message on the WhatsApp application that there was a kidnapping incident involving a boy at a tuition centre.
Sat Sep 10 2022
Immediate allocation of RM150 mln for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025
The Progressive Wage Policy would be fully enforced next year with an allocation of RM200 million, benefiting 50,000 workers.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Bursa Malaysia ends higher on Budget 2025 optimism
The benchmark index, which opened 1.85 points higher at 1,643.29, moved between 1,641.71 and 1,649.31 throughout the trading session.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Five important aspects relating to people’s lives in Budget 2025 - PM
The focus is on driving the MADANI Economy, speeding reforms, cutting red tape, raising wages, and tackling the cost of living.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Economic outlook: Govt plans to leverage, expand existing city transit system
The expansion aims to provide a more efficient and reliable public transportation network, reduce congestion, and improve accessibility.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Economic outlook: Budget 2025 to lay foundation for a digital-driven economy
The report said Budget 2025 will entail efforts to position Kuala Lumpur as a top 20 global startup hub by 2030 through the KL20 initiative.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Economic outlook: Corruption and lack of accountability hinder economic progress
Special Cabinet Committee on National governance is established to curb corruption, law reforms to modernise outdate regulations, MoF said.
Fri Oct 18 2024
National Wages Consultative Council will be strengthened
The govt will also incentivise hiring women returning from career breaks, offer job matching and improve care services facilities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Economic outlook: Ensuring 11 years of compulsory education for all children
Budget 2025 will continue prioritising upskilling and retraining initiatives to equip workers with the latest skill sets necessary.
Fri Oct 18 2024