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Malaysia's communications regulator removed 12,353 deepfake posts in the first six months of 2024, while courts handed down RM79,000 in fines for fake news cases. New AI labeling requirements now apply.
Malaysian universities are implementing comprehensive guidelines for generative AI use following the Ministry of Higher Education's 2024 framework, establishing clear procedures to prevent academic misconduct while supporting ethical technology adoption in the classroom.
News Corp has filed a countersuit against search engine Brave, alleging the company engaged in systematic copying and unauthorized resale of articles from its publications to artificial intelligence firms, seeking damages up to $150,000 per infringement.
The University of Tennessee Research Foundation has sued AI company Anthropic in Delaware federal court, claiming its systems violate patents on neuroscience-inspired machine-learning technology. The action marks the first patent infringement case against Anthropic.
Malaysia's Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir has stressed the importance of weaving artificial intelligence and emerging technologies into university curricula while prioritising ethical frameworks and human values to develop Malaysia's future workforce.
Malaysia's Orange Economy Consortium has partnered with Chinese AI firm Cloudwise to drive artificial intelligence adoption across publishing, content creation and intellectual property development, positioning the nation as a regional creative economy hub.
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has urged content creators to exercise caution when using artificial intelligence to generate material featuring the Jalur Gemilang, warning against errors in depicting the national flag's distinctive 14 stripes.
Grassroots activists coordinated protests in at least 125 US locations against rapid data center expansion for artificial intelligence, uniting Americans across ideological lines in opposition to the projects.
Across Southeast Asia, nations are pursuing parallel policy agendas in artificial intelligence governance, sustainable transportation, and environmental management. Cambodia has become a founding signatory to a new global AI cooperation body, while Indonesia targets 50 new ethanol plants to support its clean fuel programme.
Apple has surpassed Nvidia to become the world's most valuable company, valued at $4.88 trillion. The shift reflects investor confidence in Apple's approach to artificial intelligence through services and ecosystem monetization rather than capital-intensive chip development.
Semiconductor stocks have suffered their worst week in over a year as investors reassess the sustainability of artificial intelligence spending. The pullback reflects profit-taking and growing scepticism about valuations.
Australia will establish a dedicated Office of AI within the Prime Minister's Department to coordinate regulation across government agencies, seeking to balance attracting investment with managing risks from the rapidly expanding technology.
Researchers at the University of Chicago have created a flexible skin patch embedded with artificial intelligence that can diagnose medical conditions instantly without relying on wireless connections to external servers.
More than 200 leading economists and Nobel laureates have jointly called on governments and tech companies to develop urgent policies addressing AI's economic impact, warning the transformation could happen in years rather than decades.
Malaysia's Health Ministry will pilot artificial intelligence technology at selected hospitals to evaluate its effectiveness before broader rollout across the healthcare system.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for technological advancement in artificial intelligence and quantum computing to be paired with robust moral values and integrity, warning that knowledge without ethics risks societal collapse.
Malaysian banks are deploying artificial intelligence widely in operations, yet remain wary of relying on it for major business choices. An AICB study reveals governance gaps and skill shortages across the sector.
An International Labour Organisation study warns that generative artificial intelligence could affect nearly 80 million workers across ASEAN by 2025, though widespread job losses remain unlikely for now.
A Nobel Prize-winning economist has cautioned that artificial intelligence will not resurrect the rapid productivity growth Western economies once enjoyed, suggesting this era may have permanently ended regardless of technological advances.
Britain's foreign secretary has warned that artificial intelligence poses the greatest security challenge of the next decade, calling for urgent international cooperation to establish safeguards against emerging risks.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is leveraging artificial intelligence and advanced data analytics to strengthen its investigative capacity against increasingly sophisticated corruption schemes.
A UN-backed independent scientific panel has warned that rapid advances in artificial intelligence are outstripping regulatory capacity and scientific understanding, creating risks of catastrophic harm without stronger governance frameworks.
A California man is suing OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT exacerbated his bipolar disorder and led to a suicide attempt. The case highlights concerns about AI platforms' responsibility to protect users with mental health conditions.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for Malaysia to urgently accelerate efforts to equip its workforce with AI skills. Speaking at Ant International's new Global Operations Centre, he stressed the need to adapt education systems and finalize regulatory frameworks.
Children are embracing artificial intelligence technologies at rates triple that of adults, according to new UNICEF data from 10 countries, prompting urgent calls for stronger governance and child protection measures.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim launched the Malaysia Digital 2030 Action Plan to prepare the nation for artificial intelligence and data-driven economies, aiming to transform Malaysia from technology consumer to homegrown innovation producer.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has unveiled Malaysia Digital 2030, a comprehensive national roadmap designed to position Malaysia as an artificial intelligence-driven economy and innovation hub by 2030, marking a strategic pivot from technology consumption to domestic innovation production.
A US litigation-technology startup has sued the American government after losing access to Anthropic's advanced AI models due to export restrictions on foreign nationals. Legion claims the disruption threatens its survival in a rapidly evolving industry.
A new global survey reveals that over half of consumers are prepared to pay higher prices for brands that are transparent about how they deploy artificial intelligence with personal data, signalling a major shift in purchasing behaviour.
A comprehensive Swiss study reveals that entry-level job postings have declined 32% since 2023, with AI adoption hitting marketing, finance, and IT roles hardest. Young workers express growing anxiety about workplace obsolescence.
Malaysia is implementing a comprehensive two-layer approach to tackle emerging threats from artificial intelligence, combining a new AI Governance Bill with strengthened existing laws to address deepfakes, identity manipulation and content misuse.
California consumers have filed a lawsuit claiming major petrol station operators, including Walmart and BP, used AI algorithms to illegally manipulate fuel prices, inflating costs by up to US$0.22 per gallon.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has signalled Malaysia's transition toward a technology-centric economy, emphasising semiconductors, innovation and artificial intelligence as pillars of future growth.
Malaysia's media industry converges in Penang for HAWANA 2026, with leading journalists and communications officials addressing the sector's evolution amid digitalisation and artificial intelligence.
Courts across multiple jurisdictions are responding with increasing skepticism to legal briefs generated using AI chatbots, after lawyers submitted documents containing fabricated citations and fictional case law.
Two US asset managers have filed to launch exchange-traded funds tracking the 'MANGOS' acronym—a collection of AI-exposed companies including Meta, Nvidia, Alphabet, and SpaceX. The filings reflect how rapidly thematic investing is evolving.
A major PwC study shows artificial intelligence is reshaping labour markets unevenly. Companies using AI to enhance human skills see stronger growth and productivity, while those pursuing cost-cutting automation fall behind. Specialist AI roles are surging.
Malaysia's Broadcasting Director-General has urged journalists to adopt artificial intelligence as a professional tool rather than fear it as a threat, emphasizing that AI skills will determine career survival in evolving newsrooms.
A McKinsey report suggests Hungary could gain €15 billion in productivity through artificial intelligence by 2030, but executives warn the country risks competitive disadvantage if adoption lags behind neighbours and global rivals.
Michigan pension funds have filed a class action lawsuit against Microsoft, alleging the tech giant concealed Azure cloud business slowdown and massive AI infrastructure costs that triggered a 10% stock plunge in January.
Romance scams are among the fastest-growing online fraud schemes globally, with losses reaching billions annually. Artificial intelligence is making it easier for scammers to create convincing fake identities and deceive victims.