Consider This: Social Media Licensing (Part 2) — Digital Democracy at Risk?
Malaysia’s new regulatory framework for social media platforms and internet messaging services will kick into effect on January 1, 2025. It will require platforms that have at least eight million registered users in the country to apply for an annual operating licence with the Malaysian government. The licence mandates stricter controls on data protection, child online safety, and transparency in advertising. Will these changes protect users online, or pave the way for increased censorship? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Harris Zainul, Deputy Director of Research at ISIS Malaysia, where his areas of interest focus on policy responses to mis- and disinformation and social media platform governance.
Tue Aug 13 2024
Consider This: Social Media Licensing (Part 1) — Digital Democracy at Risk?
Malaysia’s new regulatory framework for social media platforms and internet messaging services will kick into effect on January 1, 2025. It will require platforms that have at least eight million registered users in the country to apply for an annual operating licence with the Malaysian government. The licence mandates stricter controls on data protection, child online safety, and transparency in advertising. Will these changes protect users online, or pave the way for increased censorship? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Nalini Elumalai, Senior Programme Officer for Malaysia at ARTICLE 19, which is an NGO dedicated to freedom of expression.
Tue Aug 13 2024
![Positive response for MyInvois, even from non-mandatory companies - Lim Positive response for MyInvois, even from non-mandatory companies - Lim](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51721808765_TBLimHuiYing.jpg)
Positive response for MyInvois, even from non-mandatory companies - Lim
Many companies have already tried the system, although it's initially aimed at those with annual revenue over RM100 million, said Lim Hui Ying.
Mon Aug 12 2024
![ASEAN turns 57: PM calls for unity for peaceful, prosperous region ASEAN turns 57: PM calls for unity for peaceful, prosperous region](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/71722511214_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
ASEAN turns 57: PM calls for unity for peaceful, prosperous region
ASEAN Day is celebrated annually on August 8 to mark the founding of ASEAN, which was established in 1967 through the Bangkok Declaration.
Thu Aug 08 2024
![Subsidy rationalisation part of efforts to cut yearly borrowing to RM86 bil in 2024 - PM Subsidy rationalisation part of efforts to cut yearly borrowing to RM86 bil in 2024 - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/41721438703_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Subsidy rationalisation part of efforts to cut yearly borrowing to RM86 bil in 2024 - PM
The government aims to decrease annual borrowing to RM86 billion in 2024 from RM93 billion in 2023 and RM100 billion in 2022.
Mon Jul 22 2024
![Malaysia says aims to sign joint SEZ deal with Singapore in Sept Malaysia says aims to sign joint SEZ deal with Singapore in Sept](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/81710161683_TBRAFIZIRAMLI.jpg)
Malaysia says aims to sign joint SEZ deal with Singapore in Sept
Rafizi Ramli said the final pact will be signed ahead of an annual retreat between the leaders of Singapore and Malaysia later this year.
Wed Jul 10 2024
![Collection of consumption-based tax lower after SST reimposition - MoF Collection of consumption-based tax lower after SST reimposition - MoF](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71713588822_KementerianKewangan.jpg)
Collection of consumption-based tax lower after SST reimposition - MoF
The Ministry of Finance states that the average annual SST collection was 51.6% lower than GST due to the smaller scope of the SST.
Wed Jul 10 2024
![Biden is not being treated for Parkinson's, White House says after NYT report Biden is not being treated for Parkinson's, White House says after NYT report](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51717208020_JoeBiden.jpg)
Biden is not being treated for Parkinson's, White House says after NYT report
Joe Biden is not being treated for Parkinson's disease and has not seen a neurologist outside of his annual physicals, the White House said.
Tue Jul 09 2024
![Bursa Malaysia starts firmer despite Wall Street's mixed performance Bursa Malaysia starts firmer despite Wall Street's mixed performance](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/81712037075_BursaMalaysia.jpg)
Bursa Malaysia starts firmer despite Wall Street's mixed performance
Investors focused on the US Federal Reserve's semi-annual testimony to assess the US economic growth and monetary policy paths.
Tue Jul 09 2024
![China's BYD opens EV factory in Thailand, first in Southeast Asia China's BYD opens EV factory in Thailand, first in Southeast Asia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81720071161_BYDlogos.jpg)
China's BYD opens EV factory in Thailand, first in Southeast Asia
By 2030, Thailand aims to convert 30% of its annual production of 2.5 million vehicles into EVs, according to a government plan.
Thu Jul 04 2024
![Durian exports, zero hardcore poverty issues among highlights at Dewan Rakyat today Durian exports, zero hardcore poverty issues among highlights at Dewan Rakyat today](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/51710125896_BangunanParlimen.jpg)
Durian exports, zero hardcore poverty issues among highlights at Dewan Rakyat today
After the session, Dewan Rakyat will continue with debate on Annual Reports and Financial Statements of Suhakam for the Years 2021 and 2022.
Mon Jul 01 2024
![More than 1,000 die in haj amid scorching temperatures More than 1,000 die in haj amid scorching temperatures](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41718852895_Muslimpilgrims.jpg)
More than 1,000 die in haj amid scorching temperatures
Extreme heat hammers nearly two million participants in the annual Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca.
Mon Jun 24 2024
![WHO emergencies team faces funding crunch as health crises multiply WHO emergencies team faces funding crunch as health crises multiply](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/61709287971_FBREAKWHOx.jpg)
WHO emergencies team faces funding crunch as health crises multiply
It will likely have to ask for funding again to cover salaries up to June, the document, released ahead of the WHOs annual meeting said.
Thu May 30 2024
![WHO states decide not to invite Taiwan to annual assembly WHO states decide not to invite Taiwan to annual assembly](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/51712754854_FBREAKWHOx.jpg)
WHO states decide not to invite Taiwan to annual assembly
Taiwan is excluded from most international organisations because of objections by China, which considers the island its territory.
Tue May 28 2024
![Sivasangari among five nominees for PSA Female Player Of The Year Sivasangari among five nominees for PSA Female Player Of The Year](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41716264395_TBSivasangari.jpg)
Sivasangari among five nominees for PSA Female Player Of The Year
According to the Professional Squash Association, the winners of the four biggest annual awards will be decided by votes.
Wed May 22 2024