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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.

The Digital Ministry has begun discussions with the Ministry of Transport (MOT) on a specific legislative framework to support the use of autonomous vehicles. So, what should you know about it?

Previously, we reported that the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is collecting mobile phone call data from telco companies in Malaysia, which Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil assured is only for statistics to be used for evidence-based policymaking. Now, the Digital Ministry has also urged the public not to be worried about any invasion of privacy, as the matter is protected by law.

The Digital Ministry will introduce the first intelligence system of its kind in the country to monitor the sale of personal data on the dark web. So, what should you know about it?

After the previous ‘AI at Work’ initiative back in December 2024, Malaysia’s Ministry of Digital and Google Malaysia announced their 2nd phase for Malaysia’s public officers. Aimed at boosting overall productivity by helping to summarize documents and streamline workflows, the 2nd phase of the initiative will see the implementation of Google Workspaces with Gemini for public officers.

Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo has revealed that his Ministry and the Human Resources Ministry (KESUMA) are studying the impact of technology on jobs and to identify the jobs of the near future in Malaysia. Accordingly, the recently launched National ArtificiaI Intelligence Office (NAIO) will play a role in this and provide recommendations to ensure Malaysians remain in the workforce.

Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo reported that his ministry will make awareness programs about artificial intelligence (AI) a key agenda this year to create a more digitally literate nation. So, what should you know about it?

The Digital Ministry believes that Sarawak has great potential in the global gaming industry and become a world hub for game development innovation. This is thanks to the state’s rich cultural heritage and rapidly growing technological scene.

The Digital Ministry announced that the 5G network coverage in Malaysia is now at 85 per cent, in line with the government’s goal to advance the country’s digital aspect. For reference, this is a 5 per cent increase compared to last month.

Back in March, the Ministry of Communications and Digital (KKD) wanted to meet up with Telegram regarding issues of spreading pornography, hate groups, scams and others. Telegram didn't bother, though, but here's the real reason why the group refused to cooperate with KKD.