Fast, factual wire coverage from across Malaysia and the region.
Malaysia's communications regulator has successfully taken down 12,353 deepfake posts in the first half of 2024, representing a 94% success rate on removal requests. New digital safety frameworks are strengthening enforcement against AI-generated fraud.
A US federal court has approved a settlement in a landmark copyright case involving pirated books used to train the Claude chatbot. Over 91% of affected authors and publishers have claimed compensation.
South Korea and ASEAN have unveiled fresh cooperation frameworks spanning artificial intelligence, cultural industries and maritime safety, reaffirming their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership amid regional geopolitical shifts.
Malaysia's higher education institutions are implementing Ministry guidelines on generative AI to maintain academic standards while allowing students to leverage the technology responsibly in their studies.
Malaysia's Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir says integrating AI into universities is essential for building intellectual capital, but must be paired with strong ethical frameworks and humanities education.
Malaysia is leveraging artificial intelligence to transform its creative industry through a partnership between the Orange Economy Consortium and Cloudwise, aligning with the nation's 2030 development agenda.
Cambodia is pursuing an ambitious pivot toward artificial intelligence and advanced manufacturing, departing from garments and tourism. PM Hun Manet seeks to attract high-tech investment and skilled jobs as the kingdom faces slowing growth and trade headwinds.
China reaffirms its diplomatic commitment to Cambodia as regional states advance ambitious agendas in artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and sustainable development, signalling a shift towards technology-driven growth.
Apple has dethroned Nvidia to become the world's most valuable company, valued at $4.88 trillion, reflecting a fundamental shift in how investors view artificial intelligence opportunities beyond chip manufacturing.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has highlighted talent development and AI readiness as priority areas during discussions with Balai Ikhtisas Malaysia, positioning professionals as key partners in Malaysia's innovation and competitiveness agenda.
New York has become the first US state to impose a statewide moratorium on large data centre projects, freezing facilities of 50 megawatts or larger to develop stronger regulations amid rapid AI-driven expansion.
New York has become the first U.S. state to impose a moratorium on constructing large data centers, halting projects using 50 megawatts or more of electricity as policymakers grapple with artificial-intelligence infrastructure demands.
Nations from the US to Europe are imposing construction freezes and bans on new data centres, citing strain on electricity grids, water supplies and local communities amid the AI boom.
Scientists at the University of Chicago have developed a flexible skin patch embedded with artificial intelligence that can diagnose and treat medical conditions instantaneously without requiring wireless data transmission, potentially revolutionising wearable medical technology.
Malaysia's Digital Economy Corporation has installed a Digital Maker Hub at Pondok Darul Furqan in Ipoh, providing cutting-edge technology resources to Islamic education institutions as part of a broader drive to develop digital talent across all societal segments.
Over 200 economists and researchers, including 15 Nobel laureates from major AI firms, are urging governments to develop urgent policies addressing artificial intelligence's rapid economic transformation and workforce displacement risks.
Malaysia's Health Ministry will test artificial intelligence technology at selected hospitals before wider rollout. The pilot aims to automate clinical tasks and upgrade digital infrastructure while maintaining patient care standards.
Entrepreneur Minister Steven Sim has cautioned Malaysian businesses against deploying artificial intelligence primarily as a cost-cutting mechanism, instead advocating for AI deployment that enhances workforce capability while maintaining investment in human talent.
Scientists at Cambridge University have developed an AI-assisted vaccine technology that could provide immunity against entire families of viruses rather than individual strains, potentially preventing future pandemics.
Palantir is mounting a legal challenge against London Mayor Sadiq Khan's office after it blocked a £50 million contract with the Metropolitan Police, arguing the decision wrongly prioritised corporate values over public safety needs.
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Malaysian banks are deploying artificial intelligence across operations, yet significant trust and governance challenges persist. Only a quarter of institutions feel confident relying on AI for crucial business decisions, while skills shortages and fragmented frameworks hamper sector-wide progress.
Nigeria's competition authority will investigate Meta, Alphabet, X and AI platforms over alleged anti-competitive practices and unauthorised use of news content, following complaints from media organisations.
Malaysia's Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan has emphasized that the banking sector's future success depends on balancing artificial intelligence with human judgment, ethical leadership, and substantial investment in workforce capabilities.
An International Labour Organisation report finds that generative AI could affect nearly 80 million workers across ASEAN, though only 3.3 per cent work in highest-exposure roles. No large-scale job losses have emerged yet.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed Malaysia's commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with the United Arab Emirates, discussing strategic cooperation in defence, artificial intelligence, and regional security during a parliamentary meeting.
As companies integrate AI agents into organisational structures, emerging research exposes dangerous blind spots in management practices, oversight, and decision-making that could undermine productivity gains.
A Nobel Prize-winning economist has cautioned that artificial intelligence will fail to resurrect the rapid productivity growth Western economies experienced decades ago, potentially consigning that era to history.
Artificial intelligence is revolutionising fraud tactics, allowing scammers to create convincing fake websites, deepfake videos, and voice-cloned impersonations. Experts warn that traditional red flags no longer work, requiring a fundamental shift in how people verify online authenticity.
Britain's foreign secretary warns that artificial intelligence may become the decade's gravest security threat, drawing parallels to nuclear weapons and urging immediate international cooperation to establish safety protocols.
SK Hynix is set to complete a $28 billion US listing on Nasdaq, capitalising on explosive AI-driven demand for advanced semiconductors. The move reflects the South Korean firm's emergence as a major beneficiary of the global artificial intelligence surge.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced the government is completing an AI Governance Bill designed to function alongside Malaysia's current Cybersecurity Act and data protection regulations.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is strengthening its technological capabilities by integrating artificial intelligence and advanced data analytics to stay ahead of evolving corruption threats in the country.
Kansas City is moving forward with plans to deploy facial recognition software on municipal buses to identify banned riders and missing persons, sparking a nationwide debate about balancing public safety against privacy rights in the age of artificial intelligence.
A California man has filed suit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, claiming ChatGPT escalated his bipolar disorder into delusions and self-harm without proper mental health safeguards, raising fresh questions about AI platform accountability.
A UN independent panel has warned that artificial intelligence development is advancing faster than scientific understanding and regulatory frameworks can keep pace, raising serious concerns about potential catastrophic consequences.
London autonomous-driving startup Wayve has raised $2.8 billion from major automakers and tech firms, positioning its human-like AI learning system as an alternative to traditional rule-based autonomous vehicle approaches.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysia to speed up efforts in preparing its workforce for an artificial intelligence-driven future, emphasizing the need for swift educational reforms and robust governance frameworks.
Anthropic has unveiled Claude Science, an AI tool designed to streamline scientific research by automating complex tasks across biology and chemistry. The platform integrates numerous databases and marks the company's push into pharmaceutical innovation.
Children are embracing artificial intelligence at rates triple that of adults, according to UNICEF data from 10 countries. At least 20 million young people now use AI systems, yet lack meaningful protection against risks including deepfakes and exploitation.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim unveiled the Malaysia Digital 2030 action plan, a national blueprint designed to transform the country from a technology consumer into an indigenous innovation producer while strengthening data security and resilience.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has launched Malaysia Digital 2030 (MD2030), a transformative national action plan positioning the country as a digital innovation producer rather than consumer, with targets including 30% digital economy contribution to GDP and 500,000 new high-value digital jobs.
A new global study reveals that over half of consumers are prepared to pay significantly more for brands that openly explain how they deploy artificial intelligence with personal data, signalling a fundamental shift in purchasing behaviour.
A Swiss study tracking over 7.3 million job advertisements reveals entry-level positions have plummeted 32% since 2023, with marketing, finance and administration roles most affected by artificial intelligence adoption.
A US legal technology company has sued the federal government over restrictions limiting foreign nationals' access to advanced AI models from Anthropic, claiming the directive threatens its operations and competitive standing.
A California lawsuit accuses major petrol station operators of deploying artificial intelligence to unlawfully manipulate fuel prices, inflating costs by up to 22 cents per gallon at a time when prices already reached US$7 per gallon in some areas.
Major petrol retailers including BP, Marathon Petroleum and 7-Eleven face a class action lawsuit in California for allegedly using artificial intelligence to manipulate fuel prices upward, potentially costing drivers billions annually.
At Paris Vivatech, emerging startups are unveiling transformative technologies spanning biomedical engineering, advanced robotics, and AI-powered security systems that promise to reshape industries from healthcare to defence.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has outlined a transformative economic vision for Malaysia centred on technological advancement, semiconductor manufacturing, and artificial intelligence capabilities.
Media organisations must understand how algorithms work to ensure credible news reaches the public, according to a Malaysian communications expert. Rather than viewing AI as a threat, newsrooms should leverage these tools strategically while maintaining editorial standards.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof has stressed that robust data infrastructure and artificial intelligence deployment are essential to realising the objectives of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) 2026-2030.
Malaysia's media industry gathers in Penang for HAWANA 2026, with organisations launching programmes focused on journalism professionalism, artificial intelligence impact, and rebuilding public trust in news amid rapid digitalisation.
American judges are establishing stricter limits on artificial intelligence use in courtrooms after lawyers submitted briefs containing made-up citations generated by AI tools like Claude.
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the global job market into divergent paths, according to PwC's latest research. Companies leveraging AI to enhance human expertise are pulling ahead, while those using it purely for cost-cutting fall behind.
Malaysia's broadcasting chief warns journalists that adopting AI skills is essential to remain competitive, framing the technology as a complement to human journalism rather than a threat to jobs.
A McKinsey report suggests artificial intelligence deployment could deliver €15 billion in productivity gains to Hungary's economy by 2030, helping narrow the gap with wealthier European peers. However, executives warn adoption challenges and international competition threaten potential benefits.
Romance scams are among the fastest-growing online frauds, with criminals using AI to create convincing fake identities. Global losses now reach billions of dollars annually, affecting victims across continents.