Malaysia: Cybersecurity regulation in Cybercrimes Act 2026 (Bill No. DR 8/2026)
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Senate adopted Cybercrimes Act including cybersecurity regulation
On 20 July 2026, the Cybercrimes Act was adopted by the Senate. The Act applies to entities that provide communications services to users, process or store data on behalf of users or communications services, or provide information and communications…
Cybercrimes Act including cybersecurity regulation was passed by House of Representatives
On 1 July 2026, the Cybercrimes Act, including cybersecurity regulation, was passed by the House of Representatives. The Act applies to entities that provide communications services to users, process or store data on behalf of users or communication…
Cybercrimes Act including cybersecurity regulation was introduced to House of Representatives
On 22 June 2026, the Cybercrimes Act, including cybersecurity regulation, was introduced to the House of Representatives. The Act applies to entities that provide communications services to users, process or store data on behalf of users or communic…