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.

Now and then, we would read news about foreigners (particularly Singaporeans) buying our RON95 petrol. To enforce this, the Malaysian government is preparing new regulations that will extend enforcement against the purchase of subsidised RON95 petrol by foreign-registered vehicles, beginning on 1 April 2026.

Yahoo has now announced that it is adding support for artificial intelligence-powered search results and answers to its search engine, through a feature called Yahoo Scout. So, what should you know about it?

Recently, Transport Minister Anthony Loke suggested that the Road Transport Department (JPJ) switch to a new approach so that enforcement is more effective without affecting the smooth flow of traffic. So, what should you know about it?

CelcomDigi has announced a new lineup of prepaid mobile Internet passes aimed at users who want always-on connectivity with full access to 5G speeds. The new Prepaid 5G Hyper and Power passes are targeted at Gen Now users who stream, game, scroll, and work on the go in Malaysia.

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) announced that 1646 communication tower structures, or 99.1% of the target of 1661, have been completed under the National Digital Network Plan (JENDELA) Phase 1. So, what should you know about it?

We have been waiting for this for a really long time, but better late than never. Apple has made its hypertension notification feature available on Apple Watch in Malaysia, enabling users to receive alerts if signs of chronic high blood pressure are detected.

Reports have surfaced that Norwegian telecommunications group Telenor may be considering an eventual exit from its 33.1% stake in Malaysia’s largest mobile operator, CelcomDigi. The speculation comes in the wake of Telenor’s recent divestments in other Asian markets, including its full exit from Thailand through the sale of its stake in True Corporation.

Today, ShopeePay has announced the launch of Money+, a new investment feature that allows users to generate daily returns from as little as RM10. The feature is available through both the ShopeePay app and the main Shopee app, positioning it as a low barrier entry point for users looking to grow idle balances within their ewallet.

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.