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The Ministry of Digital is developing the Digital Inclusivity Index Malaysia (DIIM) to strengthen further planning and monitoring of digital inclusion across the country. MyIKD is a centralised database that aims to measure the digital divide in Malaysian society.

Yes, believe it or not, the classic iPhone 5s is still getting a new software update. 13 years after its launch, the update arrives alongside modern iOS releases and continues Apple’s unusually long support cycle for older hardware.

The upcoming Nothing Phone 4a has appeared on a new regulatory listing, suggesting that its official launch may be just around the corner. Early pricing leaks indicate the device could start at around RM2230, positioning it as Nothing’s next mid-range smartphone offering for 2026.

Just a few hours ago, Apple introduced the next generation of its AirTag item tracker, enhancing its tracking range and overall findability. The updated AirTag builds now deliver more powerful Precision Finding, a longer Bluetooth range, and a louder built-in speaker to help users locate lost items more easily.

As the Malaysian government targets 15 million new MyDigital ID registrations during 2026, it seems that bank users will be part of it. According to this news source, 18 banking institutions in Malaysia have confirmed their participation in Phase 2 of the MyDigital ID sandbox. This phase focuses on testing e-verification technology designed to securely confirm a user’s identity when opening new accounts or conducting real-time banking operations.

In early January, we reported that MCMC planned to ban under-16s from social media this year. We have another new update today, as news sources report that the government is preparing to implement a minimum age requirement for social media accounts, which is expected to come into effect as early as July 2026, subject to completion of ongoing preparatory work.

According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is currently developing an optional subscription plan that will completely remove ads from the "Updates" tab, which is the section that houses Status and Channels. So, what should you know about it?

According to Bloomberg, the new Siri, powered by Google’s Gemini base model, will finally be able to find the information it needs based on a user’s personal data. This upgraded version will arrive soon. So, what should you know about it?

Recently, Meta announced that the AI character feature is no longer accessible to teens and minors. The restrictions are only temporary while Meta develops a new version of the AI character that is safer for minors to use. So, what should you know about it?

Infinix has confirmed the upcoming launch of the Infinix NOTE Edge, scheduled for 4 February 2026 in Malaysia. Aimed at users who want strong performance paired with a premium design, the new device combines a curved AMOLED display, long battery life, and next-generation 5G connectivity in a slim and refined form factor.