KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- The government does not rule out the possibility of completely banning the use of the Waze navigation application in Malaysia, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
General : Govt Not Ruling Out Complete Ban On Waze - Anwar
Govt Not Ruling Out Complete Ban On Waze - Anwar
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The Malaysian government considers banning Waze over security concerns, citing its Israeli headquarters and data privacy risks.
- Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says a complete Waze ban is not ruled out.
- Waze's Israeli headquarters and data laws raise security concerns for Malaysia.
- The government prioritizes national security over delayed action on Waze use.
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