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The Malaysian utilities sector is expected to remain a primary beneficiary of the country's accelerating data centre rol...
10/01/2026

The Malaysian utilities sector is expected to remain a primary beneficiary of the country's accelerating data centre rollout, securing a positive outlook from analysts.

The Malaysian utilities sector is expected to remain a primary beneficiary of the country's accelerating data centre rollout, securing a positive outlook from analysts.

The decline in ringgit-denominated reserves was a direct result of the ringgit's strength. The Malaysian currency extend...
10/01/2026

The decline in ringgit-denominated reserves was a direct result of the ringgit's strength. The Malaysian currency extended its appreciation in December,

The decline in ringgit-denominated reserves was a direct result of the ringgit's strength. The Malaysian currency extended its appreciation in December,

China's cyberspace regulator on Saturday released draft rules regulating the collection and use of personal information ...
10/01/2026

China's cyberspace regulator on Saturday released draft rules regulating the collection and use of personal information by internet applications, seeking public feedback.

China's cyberspace regulator on Saturday released draft rules regulating the collection and use of personal information by internet applications, seeking public feedback.

The newly appointed Human Resources Minister Dato’ Sri Ramanan Ramakrishna has commended the progress made in the labour...
10/01/2026

The newly appointed Human Resources Minister Dato’ Sri Ramanan Ramakrishna has commended the progress made in the labour sector, citing the November 2025 report

The newly appointed Human Resources Minister Dato’ Sri Ramanan Ramakrishna has commended the progress made in the labour sector, citing the November 2025 report

Former National Badminton Player Cleared Of Cheating ChargesFormer national badminton player Robert Lin Woon Fui has bee...
10/01/2026

Former National Badminton Player Cleared Of Cheating Charges

Former national badminton player Robert Lin Woon Fui has been granted a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) by the Shah Alam Sessions Court, effectively clearing him of cheating charges related to a 2016 online betting and investment case. Lin, who pleaded not guilty to both charges, faced allegations of cheating RM58,029.53 from Lee Yang Sheng. Sessions Court judge Awang Kerisnada Awang Mahmud found no basis for the charges, concluding the proceedings in Lin’s favour....

Lin, who pleaded not guilty to both charges, faced allegations of cheating RM58,029.53 from Lee Yang Sheng. Sessions Court judge Awang Kerisnada Awang Mahmud found no basis for the charges, concluding the proceedings in Lin’s favour.

Indonesia Blocks Elon Musk’s Grok Chatbot Over AI-Generated P**n RiskIndonesia has temporarily blocked Elon Musk’s artif...
10/01/2026

Indonesia Blocks Elon Musk’s Grok Chatbot Over AI-Generated P**n Risk

Indonesia has temporarily blocked Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot Grok, citing the risk of AI-generated pornographic content, making it the first country to deny access to the controversial tool. According to Reuters, the move follows growing global concern over sexualised content on Grok, including depictions of sc****ly clad children, which regulators in Europe and Asia have condemned and are investigating....

X officials have been summoned to discuss the matter.

BAM Flags RM55 Million Annually To Sustain OperationsThe Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) needs more than RM55 mi...
10/01/2026

BAM Flags RM55 Million Annually To Sustain Operations

The Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) needs more than RM55 million each year to fund national badminton operations, as rising costs driven by player salaries, coaching, international travel and tournament hosting continue to climb, BAM president Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz said. Although the sport’s governing body is currently financially stable, the former minister noted that sustaining Malaysia’s badminton ecosystem will demand even greater resources in the years ahead....

Tengku Zafrul revealed that as of November 2025, BAM had already spent RM54 million, underscoring the financial weight behind maintaining Malaysia’s elite badminton structure.

Malaysia On The Rise: Why 2026 Is The Year To Explore The Country And BeyondAs Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) gets underwa...
10/01/2026

Malaysia On The Rise: Why 2026 Is The Year To Explore The Country And Beyond

As Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) gets underway, Malaysia is capturing the attention of international travellers like never before. Trip.com Group’s latest travel insights reveal that Kuala Lumpur is now ranked 8th among the world’s most popular cities to visit, joining heavyweights such as Tokyo, Seoul and Bangkok. Meanwhile, Malaysia ranks among the top five outbound destinations for travellers from Southeast Asia and Mainland China and within the top 10 for visitors from Hong Kong, Taiwan and South Korea....

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As Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) gets underway, Malaysia is capturing the attention of international travellers like never before. Trip.com Group’s latest travel insights reveal that Kuala Lumpur is now ranked 8th among the world’s most popular cities to visit, joining heavyweights such as Tokyo,...

Penang Gears Up For Tourism Boom With 8 Million Arrivals In SightPenang is bracing for another bumper tourism year, as s...
10/01/2026

Penang Gears Up For Tourism Boom With 8 Million Arrivals In Sight

Penang is bracing for another bumper tourism year, as state authorities project more than eight million tourist arrivals through Penang International Airport — bolstered by a fresh wave of direct international flights and major national tourism campaigns. State Tourism and Creative Economy Committee chairman Wong Hon Wai said Penang’s air connectivity continues to deepen, especially from key Asian markets, driving sustainable visitor growth....

Wong also struck an upbeat tone for 2026, pointing to the twin national campaigns, Visit Malaysia 2026 and Malaysia Year of Medical Tourism 2026, as major tailwinds for the island state.

Bukit Aman Shuffles Top BrassBukit Aman has announced a fresh wave of senior police transfers involving six high-ranking...
10/01/2026

Bukit Aman Shuffles Top Brass

Bukit Aman has announced a fresh wave of senior police transfers involving six high-ranking officers, including the deputy director of the Narcotics Crime Investigation Department (NCID), effective Feb 9. Police force secretary Deputy Comm Abdul Rahman Kassim said Senior Asst Comm Datuk Mohd Zaki Ashar will move from his role as NCID deputy director to lead the Wildlife Crime Bureau/Intelligence and Special Investigation....

The reshuffle underscores ongoing structural adjustments within the police force to realign leadership and operational priorities.

Govt Allocates RM5 Million To Save the Ailing Zoo NegaraThe government has approved an allocation of RM5 million to supp...
10/01/2026

Govt Allocates RM5 Million To Save the Ailing Zoo Negara

The government has approved an allocation of RM5 million to support the development and rehabilitation of Zoo Negara, as part of efforts to rescue the struggling national wildlife institution, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced. Speaking during a visit to Zoo Negara to view a newly arrived panda on Jan 10, Anwar said the funding underscores the zoo’s role as a conservation centre, public educator and national heritage asset....

Zoo Negara must continue to be preserved as an educational and recreational space for families, especially young children and the next generation.

AI Adoption Leaves Cloud Security Struggling To Keep Up, Report FindsNearly all organisations have suffered at least one...
10/01/2026

AI Adoption Leaves Cloud Security Struggling To Keep Up, Report Finds

Nearly all organisations have suffered at least one attack on artificial intelligence applications and services over the past year, as the rapid rollout of enterprise AI significantly expands cloud security risks, according to a new report by Palo Alto Networks. Its State of Cloud Security Report 2025 found that 99% of respondents experienced attacks targeting AI systems, underscoring how cloud infrastructure hosting AI workloads has become a prime target for cyber threats....

Nearly all organisations have suffered at least one attack on artificial intelligence applications and services over the past year, as the rapid rollout of enterprise AI significantly expands cloud security risks, according to a new report by Palo Alto Networks. Its State of Cloud Security Report 20...

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