Meta acknowledges system error behind some WhatsApp suspensions
More than half of the cases initially referred by MCMC were affected. The regulator has sought better appeals and account recovery procedures.
Tech & Digital Economy
Technology companies, digital services, data centres, fintech and start-ups.
Epicor urges Budget 2027 to prioritise measurable technology gains
The technology company wants support for manufacturers to include workforce training and supplier development, particularly for SMEs.
Business groups urge stronger oversight of cross-border e-commerce
MRCA wants foreign platforms to register in Malaysia, while SMEAM is seeking a clearer route for complaints about potentially non-compliant products.
JPJ collection-agent suspension to cover MyEG and Zetrix from October 5, 2026
JPJ says its other service channels will operate normally as services offered through MYEG Group are suspended.
Selected Malaysian tech start-ups record RM8.5 billion revenue
Cradle’s inaugural publication features 100 companies, of which 36 earned net profit above RM1 million and 58 operated in regional or global markets.
E-invoice submissions total 1.99 billion as at Oct 1
More than 268,000 taxpayers submitted e-invoices, with 196,031 participating under phase four of the rollout, according to LHDN.
Skyro approved for online moneylending in Malaysia
The consumer finance group will start with cash loans and plans to add other products, making Malaysia its second Southeast Asian market after the Philippines.
TNG Digital adds overseas share trading through Webull Malaysia
Users can open and fund trading accounts through the TNG e-wallet, with eligible US fractional shares available from US$1 (RM4.08).
KDEBWM switches to fuel cards for digital spending oversight
The Caltex collaboration will provide cards to 452 subcontractor company representatives and lorry operators, with security PINs included.
AWS calls for stronger government-industry AI ties in Budget 2027
The company cited procurement incentives and support for local providers as ways to encourage wider AI adoption in Malaysia.
