Housewife loses RM234,400 after call from ‘MCMC’
SIBU: A housewife was left RM234,400 poorer after falling victim to a phone scam in which the culprits posed as government and police officers. The incident happened on Aug 1 when the victim, in her 30s, received a call from an unknown man claiming to be an officer from the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission […]
MCMC records statements over ‘Negaraku’ mockery video
PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has recorded statements from two individuals to assist in investigations related to the viral video alleged to have mocked and disrespected the national anthem, Negaraku. According to MCMC’s statement released today, one mobile phone and one SIM card were seized from the two individuals during the statement-recording session […]
Over 2,000 unauthorised health ads removed by MCMC this year
JOHOR BAHRU: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) removed 2,033 advertisements related to products and services not authorised by the Ministry of Health (MOH) and other agencies from the start of this year until Aug 1, said Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching. She said the move followed 2,283 complaints received during the period, with […]
MCMC probes video of influencers giving leftover food
CYBERJAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has launched an investigation into a viral video showing a group of individuals, believed to be social media influencers, handing leftover food to a homeless man. The probe follows public complaints over the video, which many deemed exploitative and offensive. MCMC said it takes a serious view […]
RM5,000 gone after man panics over money laundering claim
MUKAH: A local man ended up losing RM5,000 after falling prey to a phone scam involving bogus enforcement officers from the police and Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC). The 30-year-old had received a call from an unknown number, where the caller claimed that a staggering 17 complaints had been filed against him — allegedly […]
MCMC fines TikTok user RM10,000 for offensive content
CYBERJAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has received a RM10,000 compound payment from Mohamad Shafiq Abdul Halim. Shafiq Halim was penalised for uploading offensive content on TikTok on March 31, which touched on racial and religious sensitivities. In a statement today, MCMC said the enforcement action was taken under Section 233 of the […]
Social media platform providers licensing milestone for M’sia’s online regulations: MCMC
KUALA LUMPUR: The government’s move of all social media providers with over eight million users to have the Application Service Provider (ASP) C Licence a milestone for the country’s online regulation, Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) commissioner Derek John Fernandez said. He described the licensing requirement as a major achievement in enhancing online safety […]
Social media platforms must apply for operating licence by Dec 31
KUALA LUMPUR: Social media platform providers have been urged to promptly register their service licences ahead of the enforcement of the Class Licence for Application Service Providers, which takes effect on Jan 1. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching said the deadline for submitting licence applications is Dec 31. She also praised Telegram and Tencent […]
Telegram, Tencent in process of getting required licence
CYBERJAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has announced that Telegram and Tencent (WeChat) have started the process of obtaining the required licence to operate their platforms in Malaysia. MCMC commends both Telegram and Tencent for their commitment in complying with the licensing requirements. Both platforms are expected to meet the necessary requirements to […]
Mohamad Salim reappointed as MCMC chairman
PUTRAJAYA: Tan Sri Mohamad Salim Fateh Din has been reappointed as the chairman of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) for another two-year term, effective March 1, 2025. MCMC confirmed the appointment with Bernama. Earlier media reports stated Minister of Communications Fahmi Fadzil extended Mohamad Salim’s tenure on Monday. He was first appointed MCMC […]