News & Reviews:   Internet

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is intensifying efforts to promote the use of parental control tools as part of its broader Safe Internet Campaign, aimed at encouraging safer digital habits among Malaysian families. The initiative reflects growing concerns over children’s exposure to harmful online content, cyber threats, and excessive screen time as internet usage among younger users continues to rise nationwide.

Recently, YouTube announced changes to how notifications operate on their mobile app, where they will stop notifications if users do not interact with notifications from a channel or do not watch videos published by that channel. That said, what should you know about it?

Recently, Google said that around 75% of new code written at the company is generated by artificial intelligence models.

In conjunction with U Mobile's mega ULTRA5G suite of plans launch, the company has also been officially recognised by the Malaysia Book of Records for achieving the fastest 5G network rollout in the country. The award highlights the telco’s rapid deployment of its next-generation 5G network, setting a new benchmark for speed and execution within Malaysia’s telecom industry.

Not exactly a new app, but we bet you have never heard of this one before. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has introduced a new digital tool designed to help users better understand and improve their internet experience. Called MCMC Nexus, the app allows consumers to test internet speed and monitor network performance in real time across different locations in Malaysia.

As we reported before, the Malaysian government has announced a stronger push to make the internet safer for users nationwide as online threats continue to grow. According to Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil, the focus for 2026 extends beyond improving connectivity and reducing costs to placing a stronger emphasis on protecting users from cybercrime and harmful content.

During the Dewan Rakyat session, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil announced that Malaysia has achieved 99.71% internet and communications coverage in populated areas as of 31 December 2025. This marks a significant jump from the 91.8% coverage recorded before the implementation of the government’s National Digital Network Plan, JENDELA.

In case you missed it, Maxis has announced its new Maxis Family Plans, positioning the offering as an all-in-one connectivity solution designed to simplify how households manage home internet and mobile lines. Marketed around the idea of “More Connections, Less Complications,” the plans combine high-speed fibre broadband, unlimited mobile data, and bundled entertainment into a single package.

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.

To kick off 2026, Malaysia has officially begun enforcing the Online Safety Act 2025 (ONSA), with revamped digital safety laws designed to tighten protections across the internet, especially for children and families. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) confirmed the act takes legal effect today, ushering in new expectations for how digital platforms must operate within the country’s cyberspace.