Today's top Malaysian news, sport and lifestyle.
Indonesia has escalated its fight against online gambling by blocking 3.7 million websites and shutting down thousands of bank accounts since late 2024. The government is now targeting the financial infrastructure supporting illegal gambling operations.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for a coordinated, whole-of-nation security approach to combat evolving threats including artificial intelligence, quantum computing and drones, emphasizing collaboration across government, business and civil society.
China's cybersecurity authority has flagged alleged security vulnerabilities in Anthropic's Claude Code AI tool, claiming it could leak sensitive user information. Anthropic disputes the characterization, citing an anti-abuse experiment.
Malaysia will host the National Cyber Security Summit 2026 at Putrajaya International Convention Centre from July 7 to 9, bringing together government officials, industry leaders and experts to strengthen the nation's cyber defences against evolving digital threats.
Artificial intelligence is making online scams increasingly difficult to detect, with criminals using chatbots and deepfake technology to impersonate brands and individuals. Security experts advise a shift from spotting red flags to verifying legitimacy.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced Malaysia is developing an AI Governance Bill designed to work alongside existing cybersecurity and data protection legislation, bolstering the nation's digital regulatory framework.
Sabah's youth minister urges intensified digital literacy efforts following a surge in online complaints. The east coast recorded 1,232 cases involving scams and cyberbullying in the first six months of the year.
An IBM-managed cloud infrastructure failure has resulted in the exposure of personal data belonging to roughly 70,000 individuals in Singapore, marking a significant regional cybersecurity incident with potential implications across Southeast Asia.
Singapore's Land Authority disclosed that approximately 70,000 residents' personal information was compromised through unauthorised access to an IBM-managed cloud testing environment, though operational systems remain secure.
India has launched an official investigation into a data breach at Tata Electronics that exposed confidential Apple iPhone 18 Pro specifications, supplier lists, and component details posted online by a ransomware group.
Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung has called on the Selangor government to conduct a thorough investigation into a cyberattack on the Selangor Intelligent Parking system and provide public disclosure of findings including data exposure scope and remedial measures.
Malaysia's proposed Cybercrimes Bill 2026 will replace the 1997 Computer Crimes Act and establish broader offences than required by international treaties, drawing on extensive stakeholder consultation.
Malaysia's Ministry of Health has taken its official website offline to implement stronger cybersecurity protections after a recent cyber incident, though core healthcare delivery systems remain operational.
MetMalaysia has denied issuing procurement offers through social media, warning the public against scammers posing as department officials. The department has lodged a police report and stressed all legitimate transactions occur through the official ePerolehan system.
Confidential Apple iPhone 18 Pro specifications, component suppliers, and product images have surfaced on the dark web following a ransomware attack on Tata Electronics, a key Indian manufacturing partner for the US technology giant.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called for Malaysia to accelerate development of local technological capabilities and cybersecurity measures to protect digital infrastructure against increasingly sophisticated threats.
AYA Bank in Myanmar has acknowledged a data leak affecting an outdated application portal, but insists its core banking infrastructure, payment systems, and customer financial data remain fully protected and operational.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called for a more comprehensive legal framework to combat Malaysia's escalating cybercrime threats, citing 66,204 online fraud cases and nearly RM3 billion in losses recorded in 2025 alone.
Malaysia's cybersecurity authority MyCert has issued an urgent warning about malware circulating through WhatsApp Web and Desktop platforms, targeting Windows computers with deceptive file attachments disguised as legitimate financial documents.
Malaysia is combining enforcement of existing laws with a new AI Governance Bill to tackle misuse of artificial intelligence, including deepfakes and non-consensual intimate content, while maintaining innovation.
Kee Wah Bakery, Hong Kong's renowned pastry maker, disclosed a ransomware attack on its network containing employee and customer information. Authorities are investigating whether personal data was stolen.
Tata Electronics confirmed a cybersecurity incident after a ransomware group posted over 200,000 files allegedly containing Apple and Tesla trade secrets on the dark web, threatening India's push to become a global electronics manufacturing hub.
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Malaysia has tabled the Cybercrime Bill 2026 in Parliament, replacing a nearly three-decade-old law to address modern threats including AI-enabled attacks, ransomware, and identity theft. The Bill imposes penalties up to RM3 million and seven years' imprisonment.
Two British teenagers have pleaded not guilty to charges stemming from a major 2024 cyberattack on London's transport network. The breach exposed data from approximately 10 million users and caused £39 million in losses.
Selangor's Sabak Bernam district has mobilised 32,461 members from 13 NADI centres as community ambassadors to champion digital safety awareness and strengthen connections between residents and government services.
Malaysia's National Security Council has clarified that personal data circulating online relates to breaches occurring before 2022 and remains unconnected to any active platforms currently in operation.
Telegram, the encrypted messaging platform favoured by activists and journalists, faces mounting legal pressure worldwide. Governments cite security concerns, criminal activity, and non-compliance with court orders, while founder Pavel Durov argues the app is being scapegoated.
Nintendo has confirmed a cybersecurity incident involving third-party service TINYpulse after hacker group ShadowByt3$ demanded US$2 million to prevent release of allegedly stolen employee data. The gaming giant says its core systems remain secure.
A comprehensive study reveals that consumers using pirate streaming services face substantial cybersecurity dangers including malware infections, identity theft, and financial fraud, with nearly half of tested illegal applications containing dangerous code.
Selangor authorities are cautioning residents against scam messages related to the KitaSelangor Voucher programme, reminding them that applications have not yet opened and to only trust official government communications.