News & Reviews:   mcmc

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is now initiating a Public Consultation on the proposed regulatory framework for the Online Safety Plan. So, what should you know about it?

During the long weekend, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) successfully dismantled a scam operation that used fake mobile base stations to intercept networks and distribute fraudulent SMS messages in Genting Highlands. In a media statement dated 31 January 2026, MCMC confirmed that the operation was successfully neutralised following continuous technical monitoring and network analysis.

A few hours ago, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) published its Public Inquiry Report on proposed mandatory standards for the registration of prepaid mobile end users. The report outlines feedback received from both industry players and the public, alongside the Commission’s final policy position on strengthening prepaid SIM registration in Malaysia.

Previously, we mentioned the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) blocked access to the use of the Grok on X. Recently, the MCMC has issued a new statement saying that access to Grok has been restored. So, what should you know about it?

The Selangor government recently reportedly signed a new agreement with the national network communications body, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, to accelerate the process of the smart city development agenda in the state. So, what should you know about it?

Australian blogger Murray Victor Hunter has issued a public apology and retracted several online articles following a legal settlement with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission. So, what should you know about it?

In case you didn’t know, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil is now targeting the full cooperation of all social media platforms in restricting access to users aged 16 and below. That said, what should you know about it?

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is looking into legal action against platform X following the failure of Grok's artificial intelligence (AI) to comply with Malaysian laws relating to online safety. So, what should you know about it?

In case you missed it, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has ordered a temporary restriction on access to Grok, the artificial intelligence tool developed by xAI, due to the repeated cases of misuse. The directive was issued and took effect on 11 January 2026, and it applies to all users in Malaysia as a preventive and proportionate measure while legal and regulatory processes are ongoing.

At the start of the new year, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) issued a strong warning against the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate harmful content online. The regulator says it has received numerous public complaints involving AI-powered image manipulation, particularly cases targeting women and minors.

According to MCMC, these incidents involve digitally altered images that result in indecent, grossly offensive, or otherwise harmful material being circulated on social platforms, including X.