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Malaysia's National Information Dissemination Centre is training 1,247 participants in artificial intelligence as prompt engineers, part of a broader effort to develop tech talent across communities and enable remote work opportunities.
Malaysia's digital economy, which contributed 25.5 per cent to GDP last year, is progressing towards a 30 per cent share by 2030. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo highlighted AI policies and SME support as key drivers in achieving this ambitious target.
Malaysia's government says low prices on e-commerce platforms cannot automatically be deemed anti-competitive, but comprehensive studies are needed before finalising new regulations protecting local businesses and consumers.
A regional think tank warns that ASEAN+3 economies risk deepening dollar dependence as AI transforms commerce. The group should coordinate on energy, artificial intelligence and payment systems to strengthen digital competitiveness.
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has urged the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission to expand digital safety campaigns and e-commerce training to rural areas and FELDA settlements, arguing such initiatives should not be limited to urban centres.
MDEC has pledged unwavering support for Malaysia's Digital 2030 agenda, positioning the nation as a competitive AI hub. The agency aims to grow digital economy's GDP contribution from 25% to 30% through AI adoption and talent development.
Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo says Malaysia's transformation into an AI Nation by 2030 requires moving beyond government-led initiatives to engage industry, academia, and the public in a unified approach through the newly launched AI Malaysia platform.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has unveiled a scheme providing free three-month subscriptions to leading artificial intelligence applications for young Malaysians who successfully complete AI training courses through the Rakyat Digital platform.
Malaysia's Senate has passed the Competition (Amendment) Bill 2026, granting the Malaysia Competition Commission expanded powers to tackle cartels and monopolies in an increasingly digital marketplace. The phased reforms address enforcement gaps while setting the stage for merger control regulations by 2026.
The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation has moved to strip NSO Malaysia of its Malaysia Digital status after the Iskandar Puteri City Council revoked its business licence, citing non-compliance with licensing conditions.
The Dewan Rakyat has passed the MCMC Amendment Bill 2026 in a majority voice vote, increasing the commission's contract approval threshold from RM5 million to RM50 million and establishing clearer criteria for appointing the chairman and board members.