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Building Malaysia’s Smart Cities: Anwar Says Local Talent and AI Must Lead the Way

News | 20 September 2025

When we talk about "smart cities," it's easy to imagine futuristic skylines filled with flying cars and glowing billboards. But in reality, smart cities are about something more practical: using technology to solve everyday challenges in urban life. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim made it clear at the Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur that Malaysia's journey towards building smart cities must be led by local talent and powered by artificial intelligence (AI).

LLM Pushes PLUS to Speed Up PayDirect eWallet Rollout on Highways

News | 19 September 2025

Background: A Long-Awaited Digital Upgrade - For years, Malaysian drivers have been hearing about the move towards a more seamless toll payment experience. At the heart of this effort is Account Based Transaction (ABT), better known as PayDirect, which allows motorists to link their Touch 'n Go eWallet directly to their toll usage. Instead of topping up cards manually, payments are deducted in real time from the eWallet balance.

CelcomDigi Launches E-Invoice Soundbox at RM88/Month for MSMEs

News | 19 September 2025

Making Digital Payments Easier for Local Businesses - CelcomDigi has introduced a new device called the E-Invoice Soundbox, a solution designed to simplify the way micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) handle payments and invoicing. Priced at RM88 per month, this package is aimed at helping local businesses embrace digital transactions without the usual complexity or high costs.

MDEC Unveils MDX Summit 2025 and SmartGov Malaysia 2025

News | 18 September 2025

A Major Kickoff in Kuala Lumpur - The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) has officially launched two flagship events — the Malaysia Digital Xceleration (MDX Summit 2025) and SmartGov Malaysia 2025. Taking place from 17 to 19 September at KLCC, these events are designed to gather top leaders, policymakers, innovators, and digital professionals under one roof for three days of collaboration, discussion, and exploration.

MCMC Unveils MyTMAP2030, Strengthening AI Standards and Digital Adoption

News | 16 September 2025

Malaysia has taken another bold step in shaping its digital future with the launch of the Strategic Communications and Multimedia Technology Roadmap 2025–2030 (MyTMAP2030). The initiative, announced by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), sets out a five-year blueprint to accelerate the nation's progress in communications, multimedia, and digital transformation.

Govt Exploring Sovereign Cloud Policy to Protect National Data

News | 16 September 2025

The Malaysian government is currently reviewing the possibility of introducing a sovereign cloud policy as part of efforts to strengthen data security and protect the nation's digital sovereignty, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil revealed.

CTOS Digital Partners with MyDigital ID to Strengthen eKYC and Digital Trust

News | 13 September 2025

Malaysia's push towards a stronger digital economy has taken another step forward with the announcement that CTOS Digital Berhad is partnering with the government's MyDigital ID initiative. This collaboration, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), is set to reshape the landscape of electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) processes, ensuring greater security, efficiency, and trust.

Tackling Bullying in Malaysia: Why Prevention Must Come Before Punishment

News | 13 September 2025

Bullying has long been a troubling issue in Malaysian schools and communities, but recent statements by government leaders are drawing renewed attention to how the nation should address it. Instead of relying solely on punishment, both Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek and Minister for Women, Family and Community Development Datuk Nancy Shukri are urging a shift toward preventative measures, community responsibility, and stronger victim support systems.

Vantage’s Billion-Dollar Bet on Johor: What It Means for Malaysia’s Digital Ambitions

News | 12 September 2025

The digital infrastructure race in Southeast Asia just got a major boost—and Malaysia is right at the center of it. Vantage Data Centers, a global heavyweight in hyperscale data infrastructure, has announced plans to acquire a massive data center campus in Johor, marking a significant step in its US$1.6 billion (RM6.8 billion) expansion into Asia-Pacific. And this isn't just another tech acquisition. For Malaysia, this move signals a powerful shift in the region's digital future—with Johor emerging as a key data and AI hub.

Consumer Credit Bill: Strengthening Oversight of BNPL in Malaysia

News | 08 September 2025

A New Era for Consumer Credit - The recently passed Consumer Credit Bill (CCB) in the Dewan Rakyat marks a pivotal shift in Malaysia's financial landscape. For the first time, there will be comprehensive regulation covering consumer credit services, with Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) taking center stage.

Why TikTok and Meta Are Being Summoned to Bukit Aman

News | 03 September 2025

Social Media Under Scrutiny in Malaysia - In Malaysia, the relationship between social media platforms and regulators has always been a balancing act. On one side, platforms like TikTok, Facebook, and WhatsApp offer communities a place to share, connect, and even do business. On the other, these same platforms have become breeding grounds for misinformation, harmful content, and in some cases, disturbing material.

Microsoft Clarifies: SSD Failures Not Caused by Recent Windows Updates

News | 01 September 2025

For the past few weeks, whispers in the tech community have grown louder, with claims that certain Windows 11 updates were breaking solid-state drives (SSDs). Some users suggested that after applying recent patches, their SSDs—particularly those using Phison controllers—either vanished from Windows or failed altogether. On the surface, this sounded alarming. After all, no one wants a routine security update to lead to sudden data loss. But after thorough investigations, both Microsoft and Phison have stepped in to calm the storm.

Microsoft Word’s Next Big Shift: Auto-saving to the Cloud

News | 30 August 2025

A Change in How We Save Documents - For decades, Microsoft Word users have grown accustomed to saving their work locally — on a desktop, a laptop drive, or maybe a USB stick. But times are changing. Microsoft has announced that new Word documents will soon be saved to the cloud by default.

Malaysia Expands Use of Biometric Data Through National Registration Act Amendments

News | 29 August 2025

Malaysia is taking a major step towards strengthening national security and modernising identity verification. The government has officially approved amendments to the National Registration Act 1959, paving the way for broader use of biometric data and the introduction of a more secure national identity card.

Ryt Bank Launches as Malaysia’s First AI-Powered Digital Bank

News | 26 August 2025

Malaysia's digital banking landscape has just taken a major leap forward with the official debut of Ryt Bank, a joint venture by YTL Group and Sea Limited. What makes it stand out? It's the first AI-powered digital bank in the country, putting its always-on assistant, Ryt AI, at the centre of the customer experience.

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