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Malaysia's communications watchdog has successfully removed over 12,000 deepfake posts since January, with the government implementing new AI labelling requirements and prosecuting fake news offenders.
News Corp has filed a countersuit against search engine Brave, alleging it illegally scraped and resold copyrighted articles from the Wall Street Journal and New York Post to artificial intelligence companies without authorization or compensation.
The University of Tennessee Research Foundation has filed the first patent infringement lawsuit against AI firm Anthropic, alleging violations of intellectual property related to neuroscience-inspired neural network technology developed by university researchers.
A new UNICEF report shows children are adopting artificial intelligence at rates more than three times faster than adults, raising alarm over inadequate safeguards and risks including deepfakes and scams.
Former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has underscored that effective communication grounded in integrity is essential for building public trust in an increasingly digital world, marking a shift from 20th-century economic competition to 21st-century trust competition.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has prioritised artificial intelligence readiness and talent development as key drivers for Malaysia's competitiveness, meeting with the Malaysian Professional Centre to strengthen partnerships between government and professionals.
Twenty-six Meta employees are suing the technology giant, alleging its AI systems were used to systematically target workers on medical, parental and family leave during layoffs affecting 10% of the workforce in May.
Researchers at the University of Chicago have created a thin, flexible electronic patch embedded with artificial intelligence that can diagnose health conditions in real time without relying on wireless data transmission.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that technological prowess in fields like artificial intelligence and quantum computing must be anchored in moral values and integrity to prevent misuse and social harm.
American data analytics company Palantir is mounting a legal challenge against London's mayor over the rejection of a £50 million contract with Metropolitan Police, claiming the decision improperly factored in the firm's perceived values rather than legitimate procurement grounds.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed Malaysia's commitment to strengthening ties with the United Arab Emirates, with both nations exploring strategic partnerships in defence, artificial intelligence, and governance.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has unveiled the Malaysia Digital 2030 Action Plan, a national blueprint designed to position Malaysia as an artificial intelligence producer rather than a technology consumer, while bolstering digital sovereignty and economic resilience.
Pope Leo XIV has cautioned that artificial intelligence systems are inherently shaped by moral choices, warning that accountability must be established at every stage from development through deployment.
Financial regulators worldwide are accelerating adoption of artificial intelligence tools to combat escalating cybersecurity threats, with Swiss authorities leading efforts to equip supervisors with advanced detection capabilities.
Malaysia recorded 42,807 job losses in the first half of 2024, with business closures and company downsizing accounting for 41 percent of retrenchments. The Human Resources Ministry says AI is not the primary threat to employment.
A comprehensive Swiss study reveals that entry-level job advertisements have fallen 32% since 2023 as artificial intelligence adoption accelerates across sectors, raising concerns among young workers about their workplace relevance.
Major US petrol retailers including Walmart, BP, and Marathon Petroleum face a California lawsuit alleging they used AI algorithms to illegally inflate fuel prices, marking the first case under strict new state antitrust legislation.
Indonesia is preparing to deploy artificial intelligence across major government initiatives, including its $15 billion free-meal programme, in a bid to enhance efficiency and lift GDP growth by 12% by 2030, according to a presidential regulation draft.
Thailand's government has dismantled nearly 14,000 illegal gambling websites using AI technology in an 18-day enforcement campaign. Officials warn businesses face prison time and hefty fines for unauthorised World Cup broadcasts.
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Malaysia and Bangladesh have committed to broadening their partnership beyond traditional sectors, with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and visiting Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman identifying artificial intelligence, energy, semiconductors and advanced manufacturing as priority areas for collaboration.
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Parliament opened with scrutiny of Strait of Hormuz tensions threatening regional trade, alongside discussions on hajj pilgrim welfare and emerging artificial intelligence safeguards.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has signalled Malaysia's transition into a technology-centric economy centred on semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and innovation, marking a deliberate departure from traditional economic models.
Media organisations must embrace algorithms and artificial intelligence as tools to combat misinformation rather than viewing them as threats, according to a Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris expert. Understanding how these technologies work is crucial for delivering credible news.
Estonia is set to become the first country globally to assign personal identification numbers to AI assistants, granting them legal rights and accountability. The move reflects the nation's advanced digital governance approach.
Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof has underscored the government's commitment to strengthening Malaysia's statistical infrastructure and expanding artificial intelligence use as essential drivers for the 13th Malaysia Plan's success from 2026 to 2030.
An Interpol assessment reveals that cybercrime accounts for roughly a third of all crimes in over half of surveyed Asian nations, with sophisticated scams and AI-driven fraud emerging as primary threats to the region.
Courts across multiple jurisdictions are cracking down on lawyers using artificial intelligence tools to generate legal briefs containing fabricated citations and errors, prompting bar associations to establish stricter oversight mechanisms.
Two US asset managers have filed to launch exchange-traded funds targeting the 'MANGOS' stocks—Meta, Nvidia, Alphabet, and SpaceX, plus private firms Anthropic and OpenAI—marking the latest wave of AI-focused investment products competing with the 'Magnificent 7' framework.
A major PwC study finds artificial intelligence is dividing the global job market between companies using AI to amplify human expertise and those pursuing automation for cost reduction. Roles requiring specialized AI skills are growing eight times faster than the overall job market.
Malaysia's Broadcasting Director-General Ashwad Ismail warns journalists they must develop AI skills to remain competitive, positioning artificial intelligence as a complement to rather than replacement for human journalists.
A McKinsey analysis suggests Hungary could realise €15 billion in productivity gains through AI deployment by 2030, but executives warn the nation risks falling behind competitors if adoption stalls.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on Malaysians to unite and focus on technology-driven development, particularly AI and quantum computing, rather than being distracted by political conflicts and communal tensions.
Romance scams have become one of the fastest-growing forms of online fraud globally, with losses reaching billions annually. Artificial intelligence is making it easier for criminals to create convincing fake identities and manipulate victims emotionally.