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Huawei Digital Power unveiled its latest FusionSolar 9.0 Smart PV and ESS solution in Malaysia, signalling a shift from conventional solar deployments toward intelligent, AI-driven energy infrastructure. The new system is designed to improve grid stability while supporting the country’s transition to more resilient and sustainable energy systems.

WhatsApp is set to phase out support for older Android devices later this year, as part of its ongoing effort to maintain performance and introduce newer features. The change will take effect on 8 September 2026, impacting users running outdated versions of the Android operating system.

In case you don't check your emails, TIME has announced an upcoming platform change that will affect users accessing its mobile app via Huawei devices. Beginning tomorrow (25 April 2026), the TIME app will no longer be supported on Huawei AppGallery. The update comes as part of ongoing system upgrades aimed at supporting newer technologies and improving overall service delivery.

U Mobile’s enterprise division, U Business, has completed a proof of concept focused on tracking high-value air cargo using a 5G-IoT architecture. The initiative was conducted in collaboration with Qualcomm and City-Link Express, targeting improved visibility and efficiency in logistics operations. The project integrates U Business’ ULTRA IoT connectivity with Qualcomm’s positioning technology, creating a real-time tracking system designed for complex supply chain environments.

Instagram is preparing to remove end-to-end encryption (E2EE) from its direct messaging system, marking a notable shift in how private conversations are handled on the platform. The change will take effect on 8 May 2026, after which encrypted chats will no longer be supported inside Instagram. While it may sound counterintuitive, Meta says the feature was not widely used, which played a major role in the decision to discontinue it.

In a continuous effort to battle online scams, Maxis has rolled out an integrated artificial intelligence-powered network firewall, designed to combat digital fraud across both voice and SMS traffic. The system has been operational since January 2026 and forms part of the company’s broader multi-layered security framework aimed at delivering safer connectivity for customers.

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.

With the many recent controversies surrounding Roblox, the company is introducing a major update to its safety system: millions of users — especially teens aged 13 and over — will now be prompted to verify their age using a video selfie. The company is working with identity-verification firm Persona to analyse facial features and estimate how old a person is.

vivo Malaysia has given an early look into the engineering innovations powering its upcoming vivo X300 Series, during a recent BlueTalk technical session with media representatives. The presentation focused on how vivo’s latest advancements in imaging and operating system design — particularly the ZEISS 200MP APO Super Telephoto system and OriginOS 6 — aim to elevate both performance and everyday user experience.

Senheng Electric (KL) Sdn. Bhd. (“Senheng”) has joined forces with clean energy provider Progressture Power Sdn. Bhd. (“Progressture Solar”) to bring affordable and reliable solar energy solutions to East Malaysia. Through 20 Senheng and senQ outlets across Sabah and Sarawak, homeowners can now access a range of residential solar systems and battery energy storage systems (BESS).