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TikTok, Meta Summoned Over Delays Tackling Harmful Online Content in Malaysia
TechEconomy
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September 2, 2025
Advertisements Malaysian authorities have summoned the leadership of TikTok and Meta after accusing both companies of failing to act quickly against harmful and misleading content spreading on their platforms. The decision follows cases within...
Malaysian Students’ Safety In Indonesia Under Control – Student Association
Bernama
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September 2, 2025
By Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar JAKARTA, Sept 2 (Bernama) -- The safety of Malaysian students in Indonesia is under control despite demonstrations and riots in Jakarta and several other regions in the country, said Hans Joshua Peter, President of the...
Nokia Partners to Upgrade AI Data Centers in Malaysia for Efficiency
WebProNews
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September 2, 2025
In a move that underscores the growing importance of artificial intelligence infrastructure in Southeast Asia, Nokia has forged a strategic partnership with Extreme Broadband Sdn Bhd (EBB) and its subsidiary Open DC to modernize AI data centers...
Phase 1 of Malaysia's East Coast Rail Link project on track to be completed by January 2027
Human Resources Online
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Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Zafrul shared that through the Economic Catalyst Project initiative, the government plans to attract more investment and establish new logistics hubs and industrial parks along the ECRL route....
Video: Wife of Malaysian PM refuses to shake hands with Xi Jinping
Al Bawaba
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September 2, 2025
ALBAWABA - The wife of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has been the talk of the internet after she refused to shake hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping. A video that went viral on social media showed Wan Azizah Wan Ismail, the wife of...
Pos Fulfill strengthens support for SMEs, eyes expansion in Sabah and Sarawak
The Sun Daily
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September 2, 2025
SHAH ALAM: Pos Fulfill, a fully integrated fulfilment and e-commerce logistics service by Pos Malaysia, is strengthening its support for small and medium enterprises, particularly in Sabah and Sarawak, by leveraging its end-to-end solutions to...
CyberDSA 2025 to put Malaysia at heart of regional cybersecurity and innovation
The Sun Daily
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September 2, 2025
PETALING JAYA: Cyber Digital Services, Defence and Security Asia Exhibition and Conference 2025 (CyberDSA 2025) will transform the Malaysian International Trade and Exhibition Centre into the region’s hub for cybersecurity and digital innovation...
Hartalega: Malaysia’s share of US glove market has increased to 56%
The Sun Daily
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September 2, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s share of the glove market in the United States has risen to 56% this year, up from 46-47% in 2024, driven by high tariffs imposed by the US on China, said Hartalega Holdings Bhd. Hartalega executive chairman Kuan Kam Hon...
Malaysia Committed To Deepen Comprehensive Strategic Partnership With China
Bernama
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September 2, 2025
From Voon Miaw Ping BEIJING, Sept 2 (Bernama) -- Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed confidence that Malaysia’s relations with China will continue on an upward trajectory. The Prime Minister said Malaysia value its strong ties with China,...
Penang Ferry Museum to officially open on Sept 16
Malay Mail
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September 2, 2025
GEORGE TOWN, Sept 2 — The Penang Ferry Museum is expected to officially open to public on September 16 in conjunction with Malaysia Day. In a statement released by the museum today, they said the ferry museum was opened to visitors with Premier...
Malaysia backs China's Global Governance Initiative amid strain on multilateralism: PM
Xinhua News Agency
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KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 2 (Xinhua) -- Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Monday that Malaysia supports China's Global Governance Initiative, stressing that the initiative is highly relevant at a time when the multilateral system is under...
Malaysia summons TikTok, Meta over slow response to fake news, immoral content
South China Morning Post
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September 2, 2025
Malaysian authorities have summoned TikTok’s top management over the social media company’s alleged delays in tackling fake news on its platform, state news agency Bernama reported on Tuesday, citing Malaysia’s communications minister. Minister...
Ghanaian Fighter Gerald Dah Returns to Malaysian Ring
News Ghana
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September 2, 2025
Ghana’s kickboxing representative Gerald Dah will compete in Malaysia later this month as he continues building his reputation in Southeast Asian combat sports circles. The Muay Thai specialist faces Mahamed Bin Mahmoud in the 70kg division during...
Pahang Sultan Receives Honorary Doctorate From University Of Tsukuba
Bernama
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September 2, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 2 (Bernama) -- The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, today received an Honorary Doctorate of Philosophy from the University of Tsukuba in recognition of his outstanding contributions to...
Nokia partners with Extreme Broadband on Malaysia data centers
ScandAsia
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September 2, 2025
Nokia has signed an agreement to modernize Open DC’s data centers in Malaysia. Photo: Nokia Finnish technology company Nokia has signed an agreement with Malaysian internet service provider Extreme Broadband (EBB) and its subsidiary Open DC to...
A Rapidly Growing Online Betting Landscape In Malaysia
Complete Sports
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September 2, 2025
In Southeast Asia, Malaysia’s online betting market has been expanding at an unprecedented rate. High smartphone penetration, fast internet, and a young population of sports enthusiasts create fertile ground for digital betting services. Sports...
DBS’s bid for Alliance Bank Malaysia stake stalls on regulatory delay
Deal Street Asia
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DBS Group’s effort to acquire a stake in Alliance Bank Malaysia has hit a snag as Singapore’s largest bank awaits regulatory approval to begin discussions, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with the matter. Vertical Theme,...
General : More Than 2.9 Mln Malaysians Spent RM192.4 Mln Using SARA Appreciation Credit - MOF
Bernama
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September 3, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 2 (Bernama) -- More than 2.9 million people have purchased essential goods using the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) Appreciation credit within three days, with total public spending reaching RM192.4 million nationwide. The...
Malaysia summons TikTok management over delays in tackling fake news, report says
SRN News
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September 2, 2025
Audio By Carbonatix KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) -Malaysian authorities have summoned TikTok’s top management over the social media company’s alleged delays in tackling fake news on its platform, state news agency Bernama reported on Tuesday, citing...
malaysia Singaporean man, 56, arrested for allegedly molesting teenage stepdaughter in Melaka
Asiaone
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September 2, 2025
A 56-year-old Singaporean man was arrested on Monday (Sept 1) for allegedly molesting his teenage stepdaughter in Melaka. Citing police sources, Malaysian publication The Star reported that details of the incident had emerged following a quarrel...