Cabinet Approves Amendments to Personal Data Protection Act to Enhance Security and Enforcement

The Malaysian Cabinet has given its nod to proposed amendments to the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (Act 709), aimed at bolstering protections against data breaches and misuse. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo announced that these amendments, slated for tabling in the current parliamentary session, are crucial to align Malaysia’s data protection laws with global standards and evolving digital landscapes. Read more.