News & Reviews: Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission
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Jun 10, 2025
Previously, we reported that the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is collecting mobile phone call data from telco companies in Malaysia, which Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil assured is only for statistics to be used for evidence-based policymaking. Now, the Digital Ministry has also urged the public not to be worried about any invasion of privacy, as the matter is protected by law.
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Jun 08, 2025
There has been controversy recently involving the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission’s (MCMC) requesting mobile phone call data from telco companies in Malaysia, with many claiming the move as invading the privacy of users. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has since addressed the concerns, assuring that the data collected is only for statistics and doesn’t include identities or any information that could be used to identify individuals.
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May 13, 2025
Today, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), under the Ministry of Communications, announced that it removed a total of 40,920 pieces of fake and scam-related content from online platforms between January and April 15 this year. These include 10,493 items identified as fake content and 30,427 related to scams.
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Mar 03, 2025
Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching has revealed that the Government is planning to create a platform for users to file complaints challenging the removal of content on social media. She added that this platform would be established under the Online Safety Bill 2024.
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Feb 25, 2025
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has revealed that 3,670 pornographic websites have been blocked in Malaysia from 2022 to 15 February 2025. Furthermore, 1,993 pornographic social media content was also taken down by platform providers in our country.
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Jan 07, 2025
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.
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Jan 02, 2025
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.
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Nov 05, 2024
In Malaysia, everyone knows that our internet data coverage is inconsistent, particularly inside buildings or underground. To solve the issue, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is exploring new technologies to improve internet coverage.
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Nov 04, 2024
In case you missed it, U Mobile has been chosen as the second 5G network provider by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC). It certainly got some reactions from the public and other telcos, particularly Maxis.
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MCMC: New DNS rule is not ‘cruel’ but meant to protect vulnerable groups from harmful online content
Sep 08, 2024Previously, we reported on the implementation of a public Domain Name System (DNS) redirection in Malaysia due to a directive from the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC). Now, the commission has released a statement addressing the matter, clarifying its purpose and debunking misconceptions about the implementation.
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