The Latest Breaking News from Malaysia

Malaysia enforces ban on social media for children

Malaysia has implemented an Australian-style ban on social media for children under 16, with hefty penalties for tech companies that fail to comply.

AAP · Jun 1

US takes step to halt Nvidia AI chip shipments to Chinese firms outside China

The unexpected guidance suggests the United States' ‌best AI chips ⁠may ⁠have been making their way to the subsidiaries of Chinese AI firms based in places like ​Malaysia for almost a year despite broader US efforts to starve Chinese firms of ​semiconductors needed to develop critical AI capabilities.

The Economic Times · Jun 1

Malaysia enforces ban on social media accounts for children younger than 16

Malaysia has begun enforcing its ban on children under 16 having social media accounts

AAP · Jun 1

Singapore Badminton Open 2026: PV Sindhu falls to nemesis An Se Young; Satwik-Chirag into semifinals

India's PV Sindhu exited the Singapore Open quarterfinals after a loss to Korea's An Se Young. However, the men's doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty secured a semifinal spot. They won a tough match against Malaysian opponents. The Indian duo will now face top seeds from Korea. Sindhu's defeat…

The Economic Times · May 29

Malaysia PM Anwar under pressure amid growing defections from his party

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is facing political challenges. A former ally has launched a new party, attracting members from Anwar's own party. This wave of defections raises concerns about Anwar's leadership and the ruling alliance's stability. Analysts suggest this could impact his chances for a second term. The situation…

The Economic Times · May 29

Vantage Foundation Brings Smiles and Support to Residents of Victory Old Folks Home in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At Victory Old Folks Home in Puchong, Malaysia, a karaoke session turned into something more than entertainment. An elderly resident, initially quiet in her wheelchair, began tapping her fingers to the music. By the second song, she was singing along. By the…

AAP · May 29

Man killed by buffalo during Eid al-Adha sacrificial ritual in Malaysia

Footage of attack shows victim briefly getting to his feet after being charged. He later succumbed to his injuries at hospital

The Independent UK · May 29

Gravity Game Unite (GGU) Successfully Concludes OBT for PC MMORPG "Ragnarok Zero: Global"

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Gravity Game Unite (GGU), the Malaysian subsidiary of global gaming company Gravity, announced on May 29 that it has successfully concluded the Open Beta Test (OBT) for its PC MMORPG, Ragnarok Zero: Global.

AAP · May 29

Asia Pacific real estate investment rises 19% in Q1; India emerges as key logistics, data centre growth market: Savills

Industrial and logistics assets also continued to attract strong investor interest due to growing demand linked to AI-related manufacturing, semiconductor exports, data centre development and infrastructure expansion across markets including India, Japan, Taiwan and Malaysia.

The Economic Times · May 28

Futu Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

Futu (NASDAQ:FUTU) reported record trading activity and continued international account growth in the first quarter of 2026, while a regulatory penalty from Chinese authorities weighed sharply on reported net income. On the company’s earnings call, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Leaf Li said

MarketBeat · May 28