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
![Olympics - Egypt will bid for 2036 and 2040 Olympics, African Olympic committees chief says Olympics - Egypt will bid for 2036 and 2040 Olympics, African Olympic committees chief says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/71723443933_ParisOlympics.jpg)
Olympics - Egypt will bid for 2036 and 2040 Olympics, African Olympic committees chief says
International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach has said interest for 2036 has so far attracted cities in the double digits.
Mon Aug 12 2024
![Ringgit rebounds to open higher vs US dollar Ringgit rebounds to open higher vs US dollar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/41673833580_Bajet.jpg)
Ringgit rebounds to open higher vs US dollar
US Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell said the central bank will not wait until inflation hits two per cent to cut interest rates.
Tue Jul 16 2024
![Philippines rejects 'use of force' to undermine its South China Sea interests Philippines rejects 'use of force' to undermine its South China Sea interests](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/61634780799_SouthChinaSea.jpg)
Philippines rejects 'use of force' to undermine its South China Sea interests
The Philippines rejects the "use of force" to undermine its interests in the contested South China Sea but it does not want any conflict.
Fri Jul 12 2024
![Ringgit extends gains versus US dollar in early trade Ringgit extends gains versus US dollar in early trade](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/41713876066_TBringgitmalaysia.jpg)
Ringgit extends gains versus US dollar in early trade
The ringgit extended its gains to open firmer against the US dollar on Friday, driven by the growing prospect of an interest rate cut.
Fri Jul 12 2024
![Overwhelming interest in Johor-Singapore SEZ among Singapore businesses - report Overwhelming interest in Johor-Singapore SEZ among Singapore businesses - report](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/51711614697_tbSingapore.jpg)
Overwhelming interest in Johor-Singapore SEZ among Singapore businesses - report
Highlights included strategic discussions on promoting sustainable growth and leveraging tech in cross-border transactions.
Thu Jul 11 2024
![[OPINION] Upholding the best interest of the child in the justice system [OPINION] Upholding the best interest of the child in the justice system](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/41720515130_Childjusticesyste.jpg)
[OPINION] Upholding the best interest of the child in the justice system
Special measures are necessary to help children testify, reducing the trauma associated with court appearances, says UNICEF.
Tue Jul 09 2024
![A-G’s Report: MPN misused funds, exhibited unsatisfactory corporate governance A-G’s Report: MPN misused funds, exhibited unsatisfactory corporate governance](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-10/51604158388_majlisprofesornega.jpg)
A-G’s Report: MPN misused funds, exhibited unsatisfactory corporate governance
LKAN reveals that MPN financed the operations of two private companies, amounting to RM373,516, creating a conflict of interest.
Thu Jul 04 2024
![Bursa opens higher on bargain hunting, breaches 1,600 points Bursa opens higher on bargain hunting, breaches 1,600 points](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41716288833_BURSAMALAYSIA.jpg)
Bursa opens higher on bargain hunting, breaches 1,600 points
The main index rises to 1,601.44, driven by investor interest in mid and small cap stocks.
Tue Jul 02 2024
![Don't go overboard in debating BlackRock issue, think of country's interests - PM Don't go overboard in debating BlackRock issue, think of country's interests - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81719805833_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Don't go overboard in debating BlackRock issue, think of country's interests - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said BlackRock's presence in Malaysia has not hindered Malaysia's stance against Israel's atrocities in Gaza.
Mon Jul 01 2024
![National Finance Council should be more transparent in its conduct National Finance Council should be more transparent in its conduct](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41719569362_TBKABINETPUTRAJAYA.jpg)
National Finance Council should be more transparent in its conduct
The National Finance Council should be more transparent in its conduct when deliberating issues of national interest, an expert suggests
Fri Jun 28 2024
![SLS’s challenge over Sabah 40 pct revenue grant returns to High Court for full hearing SLS’s challenge over Sabah 40 pct revenue grant returns to High Court for full hearing](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/81711866103_gaveltukulmahkam.jpg)
SLS’s challenge over Sabah 40 pct revenue grant returns to High Court for full hearing
The judge said the SLS has at the very least established local standi for judicial review as it is clearly a public interest litigation.
Tue Jun 18 2024
![Diesel subsidy savings will be redirected through public transport, STR - PM Diesel subsidy savings will be redirected through public transport, STR - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51718074783_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Diesel subsidy savings will be redirected through public transport, STR - PM
The funds from the targeted subsidy are not for increasing ministerial allowances or other interests, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Tue Jun 11 2024
![What is Putin and Xi's 'new era' strategic partnership? What is Putin and Xi's 'new era' strategic partnership?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81715924040_VladimirPutin.jpg)
What is Putin and Xi's 'new era' strategic partnership?
Russia and China "are determined to defend their legitimate rights and interests."
Fri May 17 2024
![PM scheduled to have an online meeting with Google today PM scheduled to have an online meeting with Google today](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81714962302_PMjpg.jpg)
PM scheduled to have an online meeting with Google today
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia has continued to receive interests from foreign investors.
Mon May 06 2024