Tag: MyDigital ID

Social Media Features Used By Predators To Harvest Children’s Information

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19– Search functions, tagging features and comment sections on social media platforms are now being identified as key tools used by cyber predators to harvest information on children without requiring any direct interaction at the initial stage. Cybersecurity expert at Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) Assoc Prof Dr Nur Izura Udzir said such […]

MyDigital ID to Power Age Verification for Social Media Users in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 — The proposed use of MyDigital ID is being viewed as a highly effective electronic know-your-customer (eKYC) solution to support Malaysia’s plan to enforce a minimum age of 16 for social media users, expected to roll out in the second half of this year. Malaysian Cyber Consumer Association (MCCA) president Siraj Jalil said a strong and reliable eKYC framework is essential to ensure the policy achieves its goals of protecting children online and reducing the prevalence of fake accounts. He noted that MyDigital ID, a locally developed system with advanced security features under the supervision of the National Cyber Security Agency (NACSA), is well-positioned to serve this purpose. According to him, integrating MyDigital ID into licensing requirements for major social media platforms such as Meta and TikTok would significantly enhance identity verification processes. Siraj added that stricter verification mechanisms would make it harder for underage users to falsify their age, while also enabling authorities to better enforce the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (Act 588) against anonymous or fraudulent accounts. Describing the proposed age restriction as a “game changer,” he said the move could greatly improve online safety for children. He also pointed to Indonesia’s recent decision to restrict access to high-risk digital platforms for users below 16 under its Tunas policy, noting that Malaysia’s approach of conducting detailed studies before implementation places it on the right path. However, Siraj emphasised that the success of the policy will depend not only on technology but also on strong parental involvement and improved digital literacy programmes, particularly through initiatives led by the Ministry of Education. He stressed the importance of clear communication with the public, especially students and parents, to prevent confusion or resistance that could undermine the policy’s objectives. Earlier, on March 7, Deputy Communications and Multimedia Minister Teo Nie Ching confirmed that the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is currently evaluating various age verification methods ahead of the policy’s enforcement. The government aims to have all social media platforms implement eKYC systems by the end of the second quarter of 2026 as part of broader efforts to enforce the minimum age requirement.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 — The proposed use of MyDigital ID is being viewed as a highly effective electronic know-your-customer (eKYC) solution to support Malaysia’s plan to enforce a minimum age of 16 for social media users, expected to roll out in the second half of this year. Malaysian Cyber Consumer Association (MCCA) president Siraj […]

70,122 Prepaid Sim Card Lines Terminated Over Suspected Misuse In 2025

KULAI — A total of 70,122 prepaid SIM card lines suspected of being misused to send suspicious messages were terminated in 2025, an almost tenfold increase compared to 7,409 lines in 2024. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching said the increase showed that abuse of prepaid SIM card lines was still rampant and required stricter […]