Tag: MCMC
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Authorities seize devices used to blast scam SMSes in Genting
Countrywide effort shields mobile users from scam SMS campaigns The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) announced a major enforcement action targeting devices used to blast scam SMS messages in and around Genting Highlands. The seizure aims to curb fraudulent activities that flood mobile networks with misleading texts, often steering recipients toward financial scams or…
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Authorities Seize Devices Used to Blast Scam SMSes in Genting
Genting: Authorities Seize Devices Used for Scam SMSes Malaysian authorities have swooped in on a cluster of devices believed to be used to broadcast scam text messages, a move that disrupted mobile services in the Genting area. The operation, led by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), aims to curb a growing form of…
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Authorities Seize Devices Used to Blast Scam SMSes in Genting Highlands
Overview: Crackdown on Scam SMS Operations in Genting Highlands Malaysian authorities have taken decisive action against a network operating in Genting Highlands that used specialized devices to blast fraudulent SMS messages to nearby mobile users. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) reported that the equipment interfered with normal mobile services and was specifically used…
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MCMC Probes China Press Over Alleged Mistranslation of Agong’s Speech
Overview of the Probe The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has opened a probe into China Press over allegations that it mistranslated portions of a speech delivered by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong. The investigation centers on whether the newspaper or its resources improperly altered or misrepresented the monarch’s remarks, raising concerns about accuracy in…
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MCMC Probes China Press Over Alleged mistranslation of Agong’s Speech: Section 233 Under Scrutiny
Background: Why the Probe Has Emerged Malaysia’s Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has initiated an investigation into China Press regarding an alleged mistranslation of a speech delivered by Yang di-Pertuan Agong. The probe, which focuses on potential violations of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (CMA), underscores ongoing scrutiny of media accuracy and accountability in…
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MCMC Probes China Press Over Alleged mistranslation of Agong’s Speech
Overview of the Probe The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has announced an investigation into China Press related to a reported mistranslation of the Malaysian Agong’s speech. The inquiry centers on whether the newspaper accurately conveyed the monarch’s remarks, or whether errors altered the intended meaning. The move highlights ongoing concerns about press accuracy…
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Malaysia to Auto-Register Major Social Platforms Under New Licensing From Jan 1
Overview: A new regulatory requirement for social platforms Starting January 1, WhatsApp, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, and other major social media and messaging services will be automatically registered under Malaysia’s licensing framework. The move, announced by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), marks a significant shift in how digital platforms are governed in the country.…
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Malaysia Moves to Auto-Register WhatsApp, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube Under New Licensing Framework from Jan 1
Overview: A New Regulatory Path for Global Social Platforms In a landmark move, Malaysia’s communications regulator has announced that major social media and messaging platforms—namely WhatsApp, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube—will be automatically registered under a national licensing framework beginning January 1. The shift aims to enhance user protection, content governance, and overall digital security by…