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The European Union is implementing its landmark AI Act from August 2, requiring AI companies to label generated content and establishing enforcement mechanisms to combat deepfakes, non-consensual imagery, and cyber threats while building technological sovereignty.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has disclosed that PMX AI, an artificial intelligence avatar launched on his WhatsApp platform, is undergoing significant improvements following its swift withdrawal from public access.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has warned against pursuing technological innovation divorced from moral principles, urging Malaysians to maintain ethical anchors while embracing digital progress.
Malaysia's International Regulatory Conference 2026 concluded with calls for agile governance and stronger platform accountability. Over 500 global regulators and policymakers debated digital safety, data protection, and emerging technologies.
Malaysia's RM43.62mil Corporate Registry System has sparked serious concerns about digital governance. Nearly a month of persistent failures disrupting business operations nationwide has exposed critical weaknesses in project planning and risk management.
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has called on the public to exercise caution online, urging Malaysians to refrain from sharing content about race, religion, and royalty during the Negri Sembilan state election campaign.
Malaysia's Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching has stressed that technological advancement must be balanced with accountability and public trust. Speaking at the International Regulatory Conference, she highlighted the need for collaborative governance involving regulators, platforms, and communities.
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil says Malaysia is bolstering its digital governance framework through initiatives like the National Digital Network Plan, 5G deployment, and the Online Safety Act 2025 to ensure secure and trusted digital ecosystems.
From Australia to the UAE, governments worldwide are moving to restrict or ban social media access for children, with five nations already enforcing bans and many others legislating similar measures.
Malaysia's communications regulator has activated a dedicated monitoring centre to oversee telecommunications and online content complaints during the Negeri Sembilan state election, scheduled for August 1.
Malaysia's Domestic Trade Ministry will review a parliamentary committee's recommendations on cooking oil subsidies, focusing on expanding a digital tracking system to prevent subsidy misuse and limit foreign access to subsidised supplies.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has introduced an artificial intelligence avatar as a novel channel for citizens to submit their views and concerns, particularly targeting younger demographics in Malaysia's evolving digital governance landscape.
Malaysia's religious affairs minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan has announced an investigation into claims that a JAKIM reference number was used to validate marriage documents issued by the Malaysia Rohingya Ulama Council, amid growing social media scrutiny.
A UK government-commissioned study of 309 households found that teenagers who reduced social media use reported better sleep, concentration and mood. However, enforcing restrictions proved challenging as young people bypassed controls using alternative devices and VPNs.
Japan's parliament has approved new regulations governing social media use during elections, banning the spread of false or distorted information about candidates. The rules take effect in March 2027 following AI deepfake incidents in recent political contests.
Malaysia's eCOSS mobile application has successfully reduced leakages of subsidised cooking oil since its launch in May 2024, with 5.26 million registrations and average monthly purchases reaching 18 million packets, according to Deputy Domestic Trade Minister Fuziah Salleh.
Malaysia's Communications Ministry is currently assessing how well licensed social media platforms comply with two regulatory codes under the Online Safety Act 2025, which took effect on June 1.
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has activated a dedicated monitoring centre to handle complaints about communications services during the Johor state election campaign, with polling scheduled for July 11.
Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung has demanded that Selangor authorities conduct a thorough investigation into a cyberattack on the Selangor Intelligent Parking service and provide public disclosure of findings.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for Malaysia to urgently strengthen workforce training and education systems to prepare citizens for an artificial intelligence-driven future, announcing plans for a new AI Governance Bill.
A UNICEF study reveals children are embracing artificial intelligence three times faster than adults, with 20 million already using AI systems. The agency warns of inadequate safeguards protecting young users from exploitation and misinformation.
Pakatan Harapan's Dr Maszlee Malik is proposing a dedicated mobile application to streamline constituent complaints and identify vulnerable residents in the Puteri Wangsa state seat for the upcoming Johor election.
Malaysia's Communications Ministry has deployed two main media centres and 100 National Information Dissemination Centres across Johor to facilitate press coverage of the 16th state election on July 11, with high-speed internet and digital facilities.
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The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission will maintain heightened surveillance of internet activity and online content throughout the Johor state election campaign period to ensure compliance with electoral regulations.
Melaka has launched a QR tag system for livestock monitoring, with 2,000 animals already tagged. The state aims to cover all 32,000 registered cattle and buffalo by digitising farm data for rapid owner identification.