LEMON BLOG

MyDigital ID Becomes Mandatory for MyNIISe Starting January 15

News | 08 January 2026

If you're a Malaysian who frequently travels or passes through immigration checkpoints, there's an important digital change coming your way. Starting January 15, MyDigital ID will become the only login method for Malaysians using the MyNIISe mobile application, marking another step in the country's push toward streamlined digital public services.

E-Invoicing Postponed for SMEs: What the Delay Really Means for Malaysian Businesses

News | 06 January 2026

The Malaysian government has announced a significant reprieve for small and medium enterprises (SMEs that fall within the RM1 million to RM5 million annual sales bracket. The mandatory rollout of e-invoicing, initially scheduled to take effect on 1 January, has now been postponed, offering businesses more breathing room to prepare for the transition.

Melaka Pushes Smart Tourism With AI to Power Its Next Growth Phase

News | 04 January 2026

Melaka is taking a decisive step toward becoming an AI-driven state, and tourism is leading the charge. With the rollout of Smart Tourism Melaka AI and the launch of the Visit Melaka 2.0 Tourism Passport, the state government is embedding digital intelligence directly into how visitors experience Melaka.

DBKL’s RM42 Million Smart Traffic Light Project: What It Means for Kuala Lumpur’s Roads

News | 28 December 2025

Kuala Lumpur's traffic situation is something every city dweller knows too well. Congestion, unpredictable travel times, and traffic lights that sometimes feel completely out of sync are part of daily life. But KL may soon see a smarter, more responsive traffic system on its streets. City Hall (DBKL) has officially awarded ITMAX System Berhad a three-year operations and maintenance contract worth RM42 million to run a new Smart Traffic Light system across the capital.

inDrive Gets the Green Light to Keep Operating in Malaysia

News | 18 December 2025

After a few months of uncertainty, inDrive has officially been cleared to continue operating in Malaysia. The approval comes from the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) following the completion of a mandatory three-month licensing review, a process that placed the e-hailing company under close regulatory scrutiny.

With SARA Ending, What Other Government Aid Can Malaysians Turn To?

News | 15 December 2025

As the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) programme draws to a close, many Malaysians are understandably asking what comes next. Over the past year, the federal government has rolled out a range of financial aid and subsidy initiatives designed to ease rising living costs while helping the country navigate a broader economic transition.

Malaysia’s Next-Generation MyKad Will Roll Out Gradually

News | 12 December 2025

Malaysia is preparing to introduce a new version of its national identity card, but despite the buzz, there's no need for citizens to panic or rush to replace their current MyKad. The government has confirmed that the transition will be carried out in stages, giving both agencies and the public time to adapt.

Ignoring Traffic Summonses Could Cost Motorists Their BUDI95 Fuel Subsidy

News | 10 December 2025

Malaysia's Road Transport Department (JPJ) has issued a stark reminder to motorists: unpaid traffic summonses are no longer just a legal inconvenience. Those who continue to ignore them may soon find themselves unable to renew their driving licence or road tax, which in turn makes them ineligible for the BUDI95 petrol subsidy. Because the programme requires motorists to hold a valid licence, any form of blacklisting immediately cuts off access.

Malaysians Are Growing Frustrated With the Government’s E-Invoicing “Flip-Flop”

News | 10 December 2025

E-invoicing was supposed to be a major step toward modernizing Malaysia's tax ecosystem. Instead, the frequent changes in thresholds, timelines, and exemptions have left many business owners confused, frustrated, and unsure of how to move forward. While the government insists these adjustments are meant to ease the burden on smaller enterprises, the lack of stable guidelines has created uncertainty across multiple industries.

Windows 11 Is Hitting a Breaking Point – And Even the Creator of Task Manager Thinks It Needs an XP-Style Reset

News | 09 December 2025

Windows 11 has had a rough few years. Between AI experiments nobody asked for, performance hiccups, and a user base that stubbornly refuses to leave Windows 10 behind, Microsoft's flagship operating system is clearly struggling to win hearts. Now, a well-respected former Microsoft engineer – the man who built the iconic Task Manager – says it's time for the company to stop chasing shiny new features and go back to the basics.

Malaysia Raises E-Invoice Exemption Threshold to RM1 Million Starting 2026

News | 07 December 2025

Malaysia's move toward a nationwide e-invoicing ecosystem just took an important turn—one that brings relief to thousands of small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Beginning 2026, businesses with an annual turnover below RM1 million will be exempted from mandatory e-invoice implementation, doubling the previous threshold of RM500,000.

Netflix Moves Into Exclusive Talks To Buy Warner Bros Discovery: What’s Really Going On?

News | 06 December 2025

The entertainment world is buzzing again – and this time, the spotlight is on a potential mega-deal that could reshape the global streaming landscape. Netflix, the world's largest streaming service, has reportedly emerged as the front-runner to buy Warner Bros Discovery (WBD), the powerhouse behind HBO, CNN, and the legendary Warner Bros studios. If this acquisition goes through, it would mark one of the biggest entertainment mergers in recent years.

Australia Begins Removing Under-16 Users From Social Media Ahead of Landmark Ban

News | 05 December 2025

Australia is gearing up for one of the world's toughest child-safety policies on social media, and the effects are already being felt. With a nationwide ban on users under 16 set to take effect on 10 December 2025, Meta has kicked off a sweeping cleanup across Facebook, Instagram, and Threads—removing accounts belonging to younger teens before the law officially lands.

A New Era of Post-Op Recovery in Queensland: How Panacea Pathway Is Transforming Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Care

News | 04 December 2025

Recovering from hip or knee surgery has traditionally meant several days in the hospital, frequent follow-ups, and plenty of travel for check-ups. But in Queensland, a new digitally enabled care model is changing that experience completely. More patients who undergo hip and knee arthroplasty can now recover at home, supported virtually by clinicians—and early results show faster recovery, reduced hospital stays, and a dramatically smoother process for both patients and staff.

Singapore Pushes Interoperability Forward with New Health Tech Standards

News | 25 November 2025

Singapore is doubling down on making its healthcare ecosystem more connected and startup-friendly. Synapxe, the nation's health tech agency, has unveiled two new interoperability standards aimed at helping digital health innovators build devices and platforms that integrate smoothly with medical systems across the country.

Malaysia Sets New Age Limit for Social Media: No Accounts Allowed for Under-16s Starting 2026

News | 24 November 2025

Malaysia is preparing for a major shift in how young people access the online world. Beginning in 2026, anyone below the age of 16 will no longer be allowed to create social media accounts, marking one of the country's strictest digital safety measures to date.

Illegal Bitcoin Mining Has Cost TNB RM4.57 Billion Since 2020 — Here’s the Full Story Behind the Crisis

News | 20 November 2025

Malaysia's power grid has been dealing with an expensive and persistent threat, and it has nothing to do with natural disasters or infrastructure failures. The real culprit is illegal cryptocurrency mining, a global trend that has quietly taken root in Malaysia. According to Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), electricity theft linked to these underground mining operations has resulted in a staggering RM4.57 billion in losses from 2020 up to August this year.

Malaysia’s National Data Repository Set to Go Live Next Year: Here’s What It Means

News | 13 November 2025

Malaysia is preparing for one of its biggest digital transformations yet: the launch of the National Data Repository (NDR). Expected to begin operations next year, the NDR represents the government's plan to finally bring decades of siloed data under one secure, central roof — a move that promises major improvements to public service delivery and digital governance.

Malaysia To Introduce DRG System For Private Hospitals In 2026, National Launch In 2027

News | 12 November 2025

Malaysia is gearing up for a major reform in how hospital treatments are billed and reimbursed. The Ministry of Health (MOH) has confirmed that a Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG) payment system will soon become a key part of the country's healthcare financing model — first for private hospitals in 2026, followed by a full national rollout in 2027.

A New AI-Powered Collaborative Aims to Transform Rural Healthcare Across America

News | 06 November 2025

A major new initiative is taking shape in the United States, and it's focused squarely on one of the country's biggest healthcare challenges: supporting rural communities that continue to struggle with access, staffing shortages, fragmented systems, and financial strain.