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News of social media platforms required to apply for a license from the Malaysian government is certainly a controversial one. That said, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil recently told the media that the government cannot give more time for social media licensing to deal with online crimes.

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has revealed that the Government currently has no immediate plans to develop a specific app as a step to enhance digital security and online safety. This is because there are already a number of apps readily available that can be utilised by Malaysians for that purpose such as Truecaller.

The government is currently examining proposals to create a new social media application specifically for the use of Malaysians. If this is true, it will be interesting to see how the government will execute it. So, what should you know about it?

Previously, we reported on how the Malaysian government is requesting an explanation from Google after Google Finance erroneously showed an incorrect exchange rate of the United States Dollar (USD) to the Malaysian Ringgit (MYR). While Google has yet to issue any statement on the matter, its Google Finance disclaimer page clarified that the service doesn’t verify any finance data and is not obligated to do so.

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has assured that the government has no plans to create new laws or specific Acts for the purpose of regulating social media platforms. Furthermore, he stressed that the government has never even announced any intention to draft such legislation.

Previously, we reported on Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil’s announcement that there will no longer be any extra charges for 5G access. Now, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has reiterated the statement, saying that it supports the initiative.

Previously, we mentioned how the RM100 e-Madani credit can be redeemed on MAE, Setel, ShopeePay & Touch 'n Go eWallet apps. Today, the government announced around 10 million Malaysians will be eligible for this aid. That said, what should you know about it?

Following his meeting with Elon Musk, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has revealed that the billionaire has agreed to make significant investments in our country. These include collaborations with the Malaysian government under Tesla, SpaceX and Starlink.

The government recently distributed eBeliaRahmah RM200 eWallet credit to youths aged 18 to 20 and eligible full-time students in our country. However, since its disbursement, there have been many stories of recipients getting scammed when trying to cash out the credit, something that the initiative expressly said NOT to do. 

The government recently distributed eBeliaRahmah RM200 eWallet credit to youths aged 18 to 20 and eligible full-time students in our country. However, since its disbursement, there have been many stories of recipients getting scammed when trying to cash out the credit, something that the initiative expressly said NOT to do.