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Malaysia's communications regulator has engaged over 148,300 participants in a Safe Internet Campaign across Sabah since January 2025, with particular emphasis on protecting citizens from online fraud and financial scams.
Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said has urged the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission to establish rigorous safeguards for fair digital content monitoring throughout election periods.
Malaysia's regulatory push to restrict social media access for users under 16 represents a shift towards holding platforms accountable for user safety. The MCMC seeks to work collaboratively with major platforms rather than penalise them, focusing on protecting vulnerable young users from online harm.
Malaysia has removed nearly 100,000 online scam content items from social media platforms in the first seven months of 2026, already exceeding the entire 2025 total, according to Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching.
Malaysia's Dewan Negara has approved the Communications and Multimedia Commission (Amendment) Bill 2026, strengthening the regulator's independence and digital enforcement powers while prohibiting politicians from chairing the body.
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has partnered with Penang Halal International to launch the MADANI Kita Programme alongside the Penang International Halal Expo 2026, offering integrated government services and support to the public.
Malaysia's Communications Minister has directed the MCMC and police to investigate a Threads account over allegations of insulting Prophet Muhammad, with the minister requesting a public statement on the matter.
Malaysia's communications regulator has successfully removed 1,550 pieces of harmful content involving children since 2022, with new legislation and digital safety initiatives strengthening protections against online abuse.
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission will investigate the alleged unauthorised disclosure of influencer Khairul Aming's phone bill, Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil announced.
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has activated its Network Monitoring Centre to oversee communications and multimedia services during the 16th Negeri Sembilan state election, scheduled for August 1.
The MCMC has recorded a statement from an individual as part of an investigation into online content involving 3R issues concerning Negeri Sembilan's ruler, working alongside police.
Malaysia's Communications Ministry has established three dedicated media centres across Negeri Sembilan ahead of the state election on August 1, supported by 60 additional information dissemination centres.
Malaysia's Communications Ministry has removed over 457,000 pieces of online gambling content and blocked 1,778 gambling websites since January 2025, reflecting strengthened enforcement against illegal gaming and digital fraud.
The Dewan Rakyat has approved the MCMC Amendment Bill 2026, increasing the regulator's financial authority and refining appointment procedures. The legislation aims to enhance MCMC's independence and operational capacity within Malaysia's evolving digital landscape.
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission will convene the International Regulatory Conference 2026 on July 21–22 at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur, positioning Malaysia as a key player in shaping global digital policy and regulatory frameworks.