Malaysia

In 2023, the wallet provider suffered a $100 million hack, leading to lawsuits. It is now among several crypto firms banned from operating in Malaysia.

Seven individuals, including a key Indonesian suspect, are being sought in connection with the Gigamax cryptocurrency investment scam, which resulted in RM7.25 million in losses. Authorities have arrested 11 people and are continuing the investigation to uncover the full extent of the fraud.

Malaysian music group KRU returns after a six-year break with their new single, "Voodoo," and a AI-generated music video. The band blends nostalgia and innovation, showcasing their growth while using AI to create digital versions of themselves for the video.

A company in China has lost RM2.6 million (approximately SGD$793,000) in a fraudulent deal to purchase frozen Musang King durian from Malaysia.

A tourist attraction, located in the streets of Kota Kinabalu, has gone viral for all the wrong reasons.

Worldcoin is expanding its orb verifications to Guatemala, Poland, and Malaysia, aiming to address concerns about distinguishing humans from AI bots online. The introduction of Face Auth enhances security while partnerships in Malaysia and rising support in Korea reflect growing global interest in human verification technologies.

TikTok and Lazada users experienced a prolonged major network disruption on Tuesday following a fire that broke out at Alibaba Cloud’s Availability Zone C datacenter in Singapore.

The Royal Malaysia Police dismantled a crypto scam ring targeting Japanese citizens, arresting 21 individuals who used luxury bungalows and social media apps to deceive victims. The operation involved sophisticated tactics, including using dating apps to lure investors and a commission-based payment system for the scammers.

Malaysia is emerging as a prime destination for investors, drawing significant attention as it basks in the glow of economic resurgence, political stability, and a strong currency.

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