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Melaka state election: candidate numbers and contest details

35 clusters · 25 sources · last updated

Latest: Melaka State Election: BN and PN coalition faces challenges

The 16th Melaka State Election has entered the campaigning phase, with the Election Commission (SPR) confirming that 79 candidates will contest 28 state assembly seats. Following the nomination process on October 31, the

[ACTIVE] [TECHNOLOGY] [MY] [EG]

LED billboard hacking incidents in Malaysia

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: Hackers exploit software vulnerability to hijack LED screens in Malaysia and Egypt

On October 29, 2026, eight public LED display screens managed by the Kluang Municipal Council (MPK) in Johor, Malaysia, were hacked. The intrusion resulted in the unauthorized broadcast of explicit videos and images at l

[ACTIVE] [POLITICS] [MY]

Malaysia artificial intelligence regulatory and practical's

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated

Latest: Malaysia implements AI and anti-corruption measures in tax and forestry sectors

The Malaysian government has announced plans to introduce an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bill in Parliament during the first quarter of 2027. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo stated the legislation will utilize a risk-

[ACTIVE] [TECHNOLOGY] [US] [CN] [HK]

Evolution of AI-driven deepfake scams and defensive tech

58 clusters · 301 sources · last updated

Latest: Government and officials warn of rising AI-driven risks and scams

Cybersecurity authorities continue to warn of evolving deepfake scams using artificial intelligence to impersonate trusted individuals. In India, SEBI has warned of the ‘Boss Scam,’ while the Telecom Regulatory Authority

[ACTIVE] [BUSINESS] [MY]

Malaysia financial and e-commerce fraud crackdown

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated

Latest: Malaysia Prime Minister orders crackdown on e-commerce fraud

The Malaysian government has initiated multiple measures to combat various forms of digital and financial fraud. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim reported that over 9,600 mule accounts were targeted following a 149 percent i

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Malaysia presents 2027 Budget with tax and wage reforms

18 clusters · 53 sources · last updated

Latest: Malaysia Budget 2027 introduces new wage frameworks

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has presented Malaysia’s RM510 billion Budget for 2027, themed ‘Menggapai di Langit, Mengakar di Bumi’. The budget aims to reduce the public deficit to 3.3% of GDP, with a target of 3% by 202

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Online gaming child safety regulatory scrutiny

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: Malaysia reviews age restrictions for online gaming platforms

Regulatory scrutiny regarding child safety on online gaming platforms has intensified in the Asia-Pacific region. In Australia, the eSafety Commission released a report identifying significant safety gaps on platforms

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Malaysia digital infrastructure and economy expansion

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated

Latest: Malaysia to invest RM5 billion in digital infrastructure and animation IP

The Malaysian government has announced a RM5 billion allocation under Budget 2027 for the Jalinan Digital Negara (JENDELA) initiative. This funding is intended to expand high-quality internet coverage, specifically targe

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