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Jan 15, 2026

There seems to be confusion about using the National Integrated Immigration System (MyNIISe) for travelling. Thankfully, the immigration authorities have clarified that travellers can still use physical passports to clear immigration via autogates (e-gates) at the country’s entry and exit points. This reassurance from the Director General of the Immigration Department comes amid public confusion over whether the new digital system is mandatory.
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Jan 14, 2026

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?
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Jan 14, 2026

Social media is harming the mental health of teenagers, especially girls, France's health watchdog said on Tuesday, as the country debates banning social media access for children under 15. That said, what should you know about it?
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Jan 14, 2026

Looks like Astro subscribers and enthusiasts are in for a surprise. Recently, Astro has announced via its official website that it will be halting new sales and customer registrations for Astro Fibre effective 1 February 2026, until a later date. That said, what should you know about it?
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Jan 13, 2026

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?
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Jan 13, 2026

Recently, we mentioned that Malaysia have temporarily banned Grok. Now, generating pornographic images is a crime in the UK. That said, what should you know about it?
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Jan 12, 2026

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.
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Jan 08, 2026

Today, Time Home Internet launched a new limited-time promotion for its No Contract fibre broadband plans, aiming to make home Internet simpler and completely commitment-free. Available from 8 January 2026, the offer targets renters, digital nomads, and users who want fast Internet without long-term obligations. The plans come with zero contract, zero deposit, and zero termination penalty, removing common barriers associated with traditional broadband subscriptions.
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Jan 08, 2026

We have talked about this new feature before. In mid-2026, the Malaysian government confirmed it would introduce redesigned passports and identity cards with enhanced security features. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the new Malaysian passport and MyKad will be rolled out by the second or early third quarter of the year to improve their integrity and reliability.
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Jan 06, 2026

According to BERNAMA, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is now emphasising that all government departments need to take the implementation and use of digital seriously, and use various administrative tasks online, except those bound by legal provisions. So, what should you know about it?
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