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- SoftBank-led consortium invests in Malaysia AI infrastructureA consortium led by SoftBank, including Grab and PETROS, announced investments in AI infrastructure platforms in Sarawak and Peninsular Malaysia. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated that this investment reflects global confidence in Malaysia's potential to develop and use AI.
- Malaysia to develop national post-quantum cryptography planThe Communications Minister stated that Malaysia will develop a national post-quantum cryptography plan. He requested the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission to hold discussions with the National Security Council, the National Cyber Security Agency, and telecommunications companies.
- Malaysia warns against technology colonialism at MWC DohaMalaysian Communications Minister Fahmi warned against 'technology colonialism' during the MWC Doha event. He stated that nations must retain the freedom to determine their own technological direction and telecommunications policies.
- Cybersecurity team monitors attacks on Malaysian systems for a weekA cybersecurity team has been stationed in an operations room for a continuous week to monitor and respond to cyberattacks. The team is working to protect government and private sector systems from hacker intrusion.
- Fahmi says online banking secure after Bank Rakyat hackCommunications Minister Fahmi stated that local online banking systems and financial transactions remain secure. He noted that hacking attempts detected so far have not resulted in data theft or affected operations.
- PM urges proactive cybersecurity readiness amid complex threatsThe government is strengthening national cybersecurity readiness by focusing on anticipating and preventing attacks. Prime Minister Anwar stated that even advanced nations in Europe face cyber attacks, emphasizing the need to be prepared rather than waiting to be attacked.
- Malaysia proposes ITU internet coverage standard changeCommunications Minister Fahmi stated that Malaysia intends to propose to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) that internet coverage standards should include economic activity zones, not just population density. The proposal is being reviewed following complaints from the public and Members of Parliament regarding internet connectivity issues in areas that are not densely populated but serve as transport routes or economic hubs.