News & Reviews:   MCMC

Previously, we shared how the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) removed 63,652 pieces of fraudulent online content on social media in 2024. Well, it looks like the new year will bring more of the same, as MCMC has received over 4,000 requests to remove online content so far in 2025.

Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching has revealed that 63,652 pieces of fraudulent online content on social media were taken down by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) last year. She added that this was a significant increase compared to 2023.

As we kick off the new year, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) announced both Tencent (WeChat) and ByteDance (TikTok) have been granted licenses to operate in Malaysia. Meanwhile, Meta has also begun the process of obtaining the license for Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp.

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) today announced that Telegram and Tencent (WeChat) have begun the licensing process required to operate in Malaysia. So, what should you know about it?

Malaysia is emphasising the creation of smart cities based on the trend of increasing population in urban areas. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Digital Perak Corporation Holdings (DPCH) for the implementation of the smart city program in Ipoh City.

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) officially published the Guidelines on Information and Network Security for the Communications and Multimedia Industry (INSG). So, what should you know about it?

During the Engine Lubricant Contribution Program yesterday, our local Minister of Communications, Fahmi Fadzil made a statement that telcos need to do better in providing affordable internet packages to taxi and e-hailing drivers.

The Minister of Communications, Fahmi Fadzil, has announced that the government will maintain its position to adopt a regulatory framework, also known as licensing of social media services effective 1 January 2025. So, what should you know about it?

Previously, we reported that U Mobile will reduce the number of foreign shareholders after being chosen to develop Malaysia’s second 5G network. Accordingly, U Mobile today announced that Straits Mobile Investment Pte Ltd, a wholly owned unit of Singapore-based ST Telemedia has reduced its ownership in the company.

As you should know by now, U Mobile was chosen as the second 5G network provider in Malaysia. To be honest, we were quite surprised. The same applies to CelcomDigi and Maxis. The latter even asked for an explanation, which MCMC responded to.