Malaysia eyes leadership in Southeast Asia’s e-commerce boom
E-commerce in Southeast Asia is undergoing rapid transformation, and Malaysia finds itself at a pivotal moment in this digital revolution.
Tue Feb 04 2025
AIFA: A rapid response chatbot to verify news accuracy
The Artificial Intelligence Fact-check Assistant is spearheaded by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission.
Wed Jan 29 2025
Malaysia adopts more balanced approach, no plan to set age limit for online access - Fahmi
Cybersecurity and online safety are inseparable as criminals shift to social media, says Fahmi Fadzil.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Meta expected to receive operating licence soon - Fahmi
Meta is in the process of submitting documents to address issues raised by the MCMC, says Fahmi Fadzil.
Wed Jan 08 2025
Social media platform providers licensing milestone for Msia's online regulations - MCMC
MCMC commissioner describes the licensing requirement as a major achievement in enhancing online safety and regulation approaches.
Wed Jan 08 2025
Four social media platform providers apply for licence to operate in Malaysia - MCMC
Four major internet messaging and social media service providers have taken significant steps towards regulatory compliance by applying for licences to operate in Malaysia
Wed Jan 01 2025
Social Media platforms must apply for operating licence by Dec 31 - Teo
Social media platform providers have been urged to promptly register their service licences ahead of the enforcement of the Class Licence for Application Service Providers, which takes effect on Jan 1
Fri Dec 27 2024
Telegram, Tencent begin licensing process to operate in Malaysia - MCMC
Service providers Telegram and Tencent (WeChat) have initiated the process of obtaining the required licence for operating their platforms in Malaysia, said MCMC
Thu Dec 26 2024
Senior citizen among 13 men arrested under Op Pedo in six states - IGP
A senior citizen was among 13 men arrested for allegedly committing online sexual offences involving child sexual abuse material yesterday.
Tue Dec 24 2024
MCMC taking immediate action on red IC application scam - Teo
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is taking immediate action to address scams relating to MyPR (Red IC) application pages on Facebook.
Tue Dec 24 2024
MCMC publishes code of conduct (Best Practice) for Internet messaging and social media service providers
MCMC says the Code of Conduct (Best Practice) aims to ensure service providers uphold online safety and security.
Sat Dec 21 2024
AI-generated explicit content increases, MCMC removes 1,225 as of Dec 1
Teo Nie Ching says child sexual exploitation content removed by MCMC also surged to 800 this year compared to 34 in 2022.
Wed Dec 04 2024
NSRC successfully blocked RM19 million from being transferred in online fraud cases - PM
The Ministry of Communications, through MCMC, manage to terminate 118,184 lines and block access to 9,474 fraudulent websites.
Tue Dec 03 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 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
Khazanah reports RM5.1 billion operating profit for 2024
Khazanah records RM103.6 billion NAV in 2024, driven by strong domestic investments and strategic growth.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Washington, DC officials identify 66 of 67 victims of midair collision
Work continues by the US Army Corps of Engineers to remove the airplane wreckage from the Potomac River.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Government to further strengthen ASEAN's readiness in finalising DEFA
Malaysia is focusing on two main approaches to facilitate the DEFA negotiation, says Liew Chin Tong.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Trade war will not hinder Malaysia’s GDP growth for 2025 - Rafizi
The finance ministry has projected Malaysia's GDP to grow between 4.5 and 5.5 per cent in 2025.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Trump administration considers adding Shein, Temu to 'forced labor' list, Semafor reports
The move comes after China imposes targeted tariffs on US imports and warnings of possible sanctions against firms like Google.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Thailand to cut power to Myanmar border areas linked to scam centres
Evidence shows transnational crime syndicates in Myanmar's Tachileik, Myawaddy, Payathonzu, that are possible power cut targets.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Trump reimposes 'maximum pressure' on Iran, aims to drive oil exports to zero
Trump signs the presidential memorandum reimposing Washington's tough policy on Iran that was practiced throughout his first term.
Wed Feb 05 2025
FACTBOX: Trump proposes US takeover of Gaza
Here are some remarks that US President Donald Trump made and questions that he answered during a press conference.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Singapore passes law against foreign interference in race-based organisations
Under the Racial Harmony Bill, race-based groups must disclose foreign and anonymous donations, affiliations, and leadership.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Malaysia, Uzbekistan agree to elevate ties to strategic partnership
Malaysia and Uzbekistan noted active cooperation on key issues within international bodies, especially the UN and OIC.
Wed Feb 05 2025