News & Reviews:   MyDigital ID

YTL AI Labs has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with MyDigital ID to integrate the national digital identity platform into its AI chatbot, ILMUchat. The announcement was made during the “MyDigital ID: Powering Trusted Digital Access Across Malaysia’s Digital Ecosystem” forum, marking a step forward in simplifying secure access to digital services.

An audit report recently found that the MyDigital ID Project spent RM28.13 million without approval from the related committee. Previously, RM80 million had been budgeted to MIMOS Berhad for development funds. That said, what should you know about it?

The Ministry of Finance (MOF) is examining proposals to expand the use of the MyKad-based digital ecosystem, including integration with the Basic Rahmah Contribution (SARA) system to strengthen identity verification in monitoring the sale of subsidised cooking oil.

As the Malaysian government targets 15 million new MyDigital ID registrations during 2026, it seems that bank users will be part of it. According to this news source, 18 banking institutions in Malaysia have confirmed their participation in Phase 2 of the MyDigital ID sandbox. This phase focuses on testing e-verification technology designed to securely confirm a user’s identity when opening new accounts or conducting real-time banking operations.

The Malaysian government has very big plans for MyDigital ID. According to news sources, they are aiming to attract 15 million new MyDigital ID registrations during 2026 as part of a broader effort to deepen adoption of a unified digital identity system nationwide.

We have been writing about the MyDigital ID news for a while now, and the Malaysian government seems to be pushing it to be something more. According to The Star, they are accelerating the push toward a unified digital identity system, with MyDigital ID set to play a central role in how citizens access both public and private digital services starting in 2026.

In yet another piece of news relating to MyDigital ID, the Sarawak State Government and the Federal Government officially signed an agreement to integrate SarawakPass with Malaysia’s national MyDigital ID system. The signing ceremony was witnessed by the Premier of Sarawak, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg, marking a historic step toward a fully interoperable digital identity ecosystem for Malaysians.

On late Sunday, it was announced that all telecommunications companies will officially begin integrating MyDigital ID identity verification into their mobile applications starting today. The nationwide rollout is an initiative by Malaysia’s ongoing cyber defence strategy, aiming to curb scams, identity fraud, and the misuse of unverified SIM cards.

Starting 1 February 2026, MyJPJ — the official app of Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan Malaysia (JPJ) — will adopt MyDigital ID as the only login method for users aged 18 and above. This replaces the current login system that relies on a 12?digit IC number and password. However, users under 18 and holders of MyPR cards will continue using the existing login method.

If you are a PERODUA vehicle owner, whether you drive a Myvi, Axia, Bezza, Alza, Ativa or Aruz, you can now log in to the P-Circle application from PERODUA using your MyDigital ID. So, what should you know about it?