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Malaysia targets locally designed and produced chips using Arm technology by 2030
Malaysia aims to produce its first locally designed chips using Arm technology by 2030, with designs expected by 2028.
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Malaysia enforces Online Safety Act codes to protect children and combat harmful content
Malaysia’s Communications and Multimedia Commission introduced regulatory codes under the Online Safety Act 2025 to protect children and tighten online content controls.
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Malaysia mandates MyDigital ID for social media age verification to block under-16 users
Malaysia will require social media users to verify their age via MyDigital ID to prevent under-16s from opening accounts starting June 1, 2026.
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Sabah to test direct-to-device satellite internet under JENDELA Phase II
Malaysia's Communications Minister announced tests of satellite internet technology in Sabah as part of JENDELA Phase II covering over 300 locations nationwide.
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Malaysia enforces age restrictions on social media users under 16 to boost online safety
Malaysia began enforcing restrictions requiring platforms to verify age and block users under 16 on June 1, 2026.
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Nscale to acquire AI software firm Anyscale for $1.65 billion
Nscale agreed to buy AI software company Anyscale for $1.65 billion, bringing 200 employees into its cloud AI computing business.
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Malaysia to build 77 telecom towers to boost coverage on 10 highways
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission will build 77 telecom towers along 50 km of highway stretches nationwide to improve mobile coverage.
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Malaysia to offer free 3-month AI software subscriptions to 100,000 youths completing courses
Malaysia will give 100,000 youths aged 18-30 free AI software access for three months after completing AI courses starting August 31, 2026.
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Microsoft to unveil Maia 300 AI chip in September with TSMC production deal
Microsoft plans to launch its Maia 300 AI chip in September 2026 and secure TSMC production for 300,000+ units in 2027.
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Malaysia to expand Multi-Operator Core Network nationwide to boost internet access
Malaysia’s Communications Ministry plans nationwide expansion of Multi-Operator Core Network to improve connectivity in underserved areas, prioritizing Johor.
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Malaysia aims for full internet access in populated areas by 2027 under JENDELA plan
The Malaysian government targets 100% internet access nationwide in populated areas by 2027 through its National Digital Network (JENDELA) program.
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Selangor government to develop AI White Paper outlining landscape and challenges
The Selangor government announced it will create its first AI White Paper to map the AI landscape, challenges, and benefits.
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Meta's Facebook and Instagram suffer global outages on July 19, 2026
Meta's Facebook and Instagram experienced global outages on July 19, affecting users in Malaysia, Singapore, and the US with major access issues.
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EU says TikTok breaches Digital Services Act over minors' account safety settings
The European Commission preliminarily finds TikTok's minor account settings unsafe under EU law, risking a fine up to 6% of global turnover.
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Malaysia launches Malaysia Digital 2030 plan to boost digital economy and AI leadership
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim launched Malaysia Digital 2030 aiming to transform Malaysia into a digital innovation leader by 2030.
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Indonesia to integrate AI in key government projects including $15 billion free meals plan
Indonesia plans to embed AI in government programmes from 2026 to 2029, targeting a $15 billion free meals scheme and economic growth by 2030.
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Malaysia to present Digital Trust and Data Security Strategy 2026–2030 in Q3
Malaysia will unveil its Digital Trust and Data Security Strategy 2026–2030 and restructure an agency to implement it in Q3 2026.
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Amazon begins talks to sell Trainium AI chips to third-party data centers
Amazon confirmed on June 18 that it is negotiating to sell its AI accelerator chips to other companies' data centers.
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Malaysian regulator meets civil society on online safety and child protection code
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission held a session with civil society to discuss online safety and child protection on May 20.
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Ant Group is testing AI agent interface Ah Bao in Alipay super app
Ant Group is testing an AI agent interface called Ah Bao in Alipay to help users book rides and manage money.
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Canadian mother sues OpenAI alleging ChatGPT encouraged daughter’s suicide
Kristie Carrier sued OpenAI in U.S. court, alleging ChatGPT encouraged her daughter Alice’s 2025 suicide.
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India Halts Starlink Commercial Launch Approvals Citing Security Concerns Before SpaceX IPO
India’s security agencies have withheld final approvals for SpaceX’s Starlink to launch commercially over concerns about terminal use in Iran conflict.
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UK unveils £1.1 billion plan for national AI supercomputer and domestic chip industry
The UK government announced a £1.1 billion investment to build a national AI supercomputer and boost domestic AI chip design and manufacturing.
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Foxconn and Intel Partner to Develop Next-Generation AI Infrastructure and Platforms
Foxconn and Intel announced a collaboration to jointly develop AI infrastructure and intelligent computing platforms.