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Malaysian Government Eyes Mandatory “AI-Generated” Labels for Online Content The Malaysian government is advancing discussions to mandate the labelling of AI-generated content under the upcoming Online Safety Act 2024. This move is seen as a critical step to combat the rising tide of AI misuse, including scams, defamation, and identity
China Bans Uncertified and Recalled Power Banks from Flights China’s aviation regulator has enacted stringent new rules prohibiting passengers from carrying power banks without clear Chinese safety certification markings, or those that have been recalled by manufacturers due to safety concerns, on all flights departing from China. The ban, which
HUAWEI’s HarmonyOS Faces US Opposition Amid Global Expansion Plans A bipartisan group of US lawmakers is reportedly pressing the United States and its allies to impede the global expansion of HUAWEI’s HarmonyOS operating system. Citing national security concerns, the legislators believe that the Chinese government could potentially exploit the operating
Are We Sacrificing Security for Smart Features? The Smart Home Dilemma. The Siren Song of Smart Living In our relentless pursuit of convenience and seamless living, the smart home has emerged as a compelling vision. Imagine, for instance, being able to check who’s at your door while you’re sitting in
UPDATE: JPN has clarified through a post on their official Facebook page that there has been no evidence of a breach involving the MyKad information of 17 million Malaysians. The statement reads (translated): JPN investigation finds no data leak or suspicious transactions taking place in the system in JPN. In
The Samsung Galaxy A55 5G marks a significant leap in mid-range smartphone security. It’s the first device in the Galaxy A series to feature Knox Vault, a powerful security technology previously exclusive to Samsung’s flagship phones. This innovative approach safeguards your sensitive data, giving you peace of mind in today’s
In a recent session at the Dewan Rakyat, Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli addressed concerns regarding cybersecurity breaches of the Central Database Hub (PADU). Amidst growing apprehensions, Rafizi stood firm, highlighting the robust security measures in place that have successfully thwarted over 2 million hacking attempts every week. PADU still secure
In a move prioritizing guest privacy, Airbnb announced a ban on indoor security cameras in all listings globally. This update aims to simplify the platform’s policy on security devices and ensure clear expectations for both hosts and guests. Airbnb Prioritises Guest Privacy with Indoor Security Camera Ban Previously, Airbnb allowed
Singaporean e-commerce platform Carousell faces S$58,000 (RM206,150) in fines for two data breaches compromising millions of users’ personal information. Carousell fined for 2022 data breach The Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC) of Singapore found that Carousell failed to implement adequate security measures, leading to the leaks, which affected users across
There is some bad news on the horizon for OnePlus users as the company made an announcement over its official forums that a system breach had occurred and has exposed many of its user’s information such as their names, contact number, address and emails. It turns out that an unauthorised