News & Reviews:   digital

Today, TNG Digital has partnered with Ant International through its SME platform EPOS to introduce EPOS360 in Malaysia. The new platform brings together AI-powered growth tools and enhanced payment capabilities designed to help Malaysian businesses, especially SMEs, digitalise operations and scale more effectively.

To kick off 2026, Malaysia has officially begun enforcing the Online Safety Act 2025 (ONSA), with revamped digital safety laws designed to tighten protections across the internet, especially for children and families. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) confirmed the act takes legal effect today, ushering in new expectations for how digital platforms must operate within the country’s cyberspace.

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 case you missed the news, the Malaysian government has confirmed a gradual transition to the upgraded MyKad with enhanced security and digital verification features. According to the National Registration Department (NRD), ordinary Malaysians do not need to rush to replace their current MyKad. The change will only become mandatory when the full ecosystem is ready.

Today, CelcomDigi has officially launched Spark, an all-new digital-first mobile experience that redefines how Malaysians stay connected. Built entirely around freedom, flexibility, and convenience, Spark allows users to manage their entire mobile experience directly through an app — from signing up and activating an eSIM to upgrading, downgrading, or even cancelling plans at any time.

In conjunction with Malaysia Day yesterday, Ryt Bank has rolled out Chinese language support in its mobile app, complementing its existing Bahasa Malaysia and English versions. This move underscores the bank’s mission of fostering unity and inclusivity in digital finance, ensuring more Malaysians can bank securely in their preferred language.

Malaysia recorded cybercrime losses exceeding RM1.22 billion between January and October 2024, according to Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail. The staggering figure highlights the growing scale and sophistication of online threats — from financial scams and identity theft to data breaches and digital deception.

Malaysia’s Prime Minister, YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, has officially launched CD:NXT — CelcomDigi Berhad’s flagship initiative to develop the country’s next generation of digital talent. This strategic programme marks a major milestone in Malaysia’s journey toward becoming a 5G-AI-powered digital economy, with a bold commitment to equip 5000 Malaysian youth with future-ready skills in AI, data, analytics, and emerging technologies.

Malaysia is taking a major step toward streamlined digital governance. Starting soon, users of the MyJPJ and MyBayar PDRM apps will need to log in using MyDigital ID, the national digital identity platform designed to simplify and secure access to government services.

CelcomDigi is stepping up its cybersecurity game with the launch of MobileSHIELD, a new AI-powered mobile security app designed to help Malaysians take control of their digital safety. From scam protection to identity monitoring, MobileSHIELD offers all-in-one defence against today’s most common mobile threats.