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
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
MCMC investigates IPTA student for selling self-produced porn videos on X
According to MCMC, the student posted and sold pornographic videos of his own with known women, amassing over 100,000 followers on X.
Thu Nov 14 2024
TikTok gives assurance to cooperate with MCMC, BNM to address cyberbullying, scams
TikTok has also expressed its commitment to supporting Malaysia's efforts as the Chair of ASEAN in 2025, he added.
Thu Nov 14 2024
[COLUMNIST] Malaysia's 5G in limbo: Progress delayed, frustrations amplified
After five years, why is it still so difficult to simply do what is right for the industry and ultimately the rakyat?
Fri Nov 08 2024
MCMC to conduct first 5G readiness assessment survey for M'sian industries
The survey will run until Dec 1, 2024, aiming to analyse gaps in 5G adoption among companies in identified industries in Malaysia.
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
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
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
GISBH: MCMC to remove content from social media if there's police instruction - Fahmi
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said he has also asked MCMC to review and monitor content related to the group on social media.
Wed Sep 25 2024
Gov’t will not compromise on online safety, eyeing sustainable solutions - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said online security is now a top government priority due to the rising number of cybercrimes.
Wed Sep 11 2024
Licensing social media: Govt open to inputs from various parties - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said engagement with stakeholders will continue before the social media license takes effect on January 1, 2025.
Wed Aug 28 2024
Genting Malaysia disproves fake online video on gambling app
Genting Malaysia has came out to disprove a deepfake video falsely portraying an Astro AWANI interview with the company's top leaders
Thu Aug 15 2024
[COLUMNIST] The critical need for social media to be subject to greater regulation
The new regulation should usher in a more safe or amiable environment for everyone.
Fri Aug 02 2024
MCMC to hold public consultation on new regulatory framework for social media service providers
Proposed requirements include having robust measures on user data protection, addressing online harm and enhancing content moderation.
Thu Aug 01 2024
Duct-taped banana goes for $6.2 mln in Sotheby's art auction
A piece of art that is little more than a banana duct-taped to a wall sold at auction to cryptocurrency entrepreneur.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Australian teen dies from tainted liquor in Laos; fourth suspected victim
Spurious liquor is a problem in Laos, with the govts of Australia and Britain warning citizens to be cautious when taking drinks there.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Woman found in freezer died from chest injuries - Police
Preliminary post-mortem report reveals that the victim died from chest injuries caused by blunt trauma.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Malaysia, Vietnam to further cooperate in multiple sectors - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the collaboration will also leverage the ASEAN Energy Grid to foster regional growth.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Australia launches 'landmark' bill to ban social media for children under 16
Australia plans to trial an age-verification system that may include biometrics or govt identification to enforce social media age cut-off.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Court orders PDRM to complete investigations into Beng Hock's death within six months
Judge says the claims and reliefs sought by the applicants are within the domain of public law both in pith and substance.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Zii Jia secures spot in BWF World Tour Finals
This will be Lee Zii Jia's third appearance at the season-ending tournament, following the 2020 and 2021 editions.
Thu Nov 21 2024
PM: Media freedom recognition needs improvement but 3Rs limit action
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says this stems from a request by the Malay rulers for the government to take a stricter stance on these matters.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Malaysian man to be publicly caned at mosque for Islamic crime of close proximity
This punishment involves caning, but what makes it unusual this time is the judge's decision for it to be conducted publicly.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Son of Norway crown princess detained for one week in rape probe
Marius Borg Hoiby is suspected of having sexual encounters with two women who were either unconscious or incapacitated.
Thu Nov 21 2024