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MCMC nears e KYC rollout for 16+ social media rule, says Fahmi
1+ day, 36+ min ago (365+ words) Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said that since the start of the year, MCMC has held consultations with all major platforms and relevant stakeholders, including My Digital ID. "The intention is for the verification process to utilise My Kad, passports and…...
Johor tops Malaysia's a leading data centre hub
2+ day, 22+ hour ago (614+ words) KUALA LUMPUR: Johor has cemented its position as Malaysia's main data centre growth engine, with JLL Malaysia projecting the southern state to remain the country's dominant digital infrastructure hub as hyperscale operators accelerate expansion. The property consultancy firm said Johor…...
U Business launches ULTRA Business Reserve for enterprise priority connectivity
6+ day, 21+ hour ago (280+ words) U Business has introduced ULTRA Business Reserve, mobile plan to support enterprises with priority connectivity, seamless roaming and built-in security. The plan reflects the growing demand for reliable and secure mobile solutions, as businesses continue to operate across digital platforms…...
Opinion: The new cyber warfront: Why communications infrastructure will be ground zero in 2026
1+ week, 23+ hour ago (480+ words) Communications infrastructure " across networks, devices, and apps " is rapidly becoming the frontline of cyber warfare. Recent telecommunications intrusions in neighbouring Singapore and new warnings from European Intelligence Agencies about recent espionage campaigns targeting Whats App and Signal, serve as a…...
DOSM: Information and Communication Technology access, usage remain high in Malaysia in 2025
1+ week, 23+ hour ago (311+ words) The ICT Usage and Access by Individuals and Households Survey 2025 report, published by the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) on Thursday, showed that 99. 5% of households have access to mobile phones, radio and television. Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir…...
The new cyber warfront: Why communications infrastructure will be ground zero in 2026
1+ week, 23+ hour ago (480+ words) Communications infrastructure " across networks, devices, and apps " is rapidly becoming the frontline of cyber warfare. Recent telecommunications intrusions in neighbouring Singapore and new warnings from European Intelligence Agencies about recent espionage campaigns targeting Whats App and Signal, serve as a…...
Meta expands Instagram teen safety features to Malaysia
2+ week, 1+ day ago (355+ words) Meta said teenagers under 18 will automatically be placed into the updated 13+ content setting, which limits exposure to potentially inappropriate material and cannot be changed without parental permission. The update is designed to ensure teens view content comparable to what is…...
U Mobile, TM holds 5 G kick-off meeting, agreement being finalised
3+ week, 2+ day ago (156+ words) KLSE Screener KUALA LUMPUR: U Mobile Sdn Bhd held a 5 G collaboration project kick-off meeting with Telekom Malaysia Bhd (TM) yesterday, following the signing of a three-year 5 G wholesale agreement in February 2026. Although not much information was shared on the…...
West Asia volatility reinforces need to keep internet traffic local, says My IX
3+ week, 3+ day ago (381+ words) Against this backdrop, he said domestic peering plays an important role in ensuring local internet traffic remains within Malaysia, reducing reliance on international routes and strengthening overall network resilience. Domestic peering refers to the practice of Internet Service Providers (ISPs),…...
Malaysia scam losses rise to RM2. 7bil in 2025, spike during festive seasons
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (129+ words) KLSE Screener Malaysia scam losses rise to RM2. 7bil in 2025, spike during festive seasons KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's scam-related losses reached approximately RM2. 7 billion in 2025, representing a 76 per cent increase from 2024, with a noticeable spike during festive seasons such as Hari Raya, according to…...