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18:00 · 17:05–18:05 · 68 stories from 15 outlets
The government is discussing automatic screen‑time limits for children, while regulators review online gaming rules. Economic forecasts show strong growth, and political moves bolster the budget plan. Major investments and new tech products were also announced.
- 1 Berita (Bahasa Melayu)
Automatic screen‑time limits for children
The government is consulting online platforms on automatic screen‑time limits and mandatory breaks for kids after prolonged internet use.
- Discussions are ongoing with digital platforms
- Mandatory rest periods after extended use are proposed
Reported by Berita Harian, Harian Metro ·
- 2 Malaysia
Review of online gaming regulations
MCMC is examining tighter rules for games like Roblox to enhance child safety, with public consultation for a Gaming SubCode.
- Study of gaming trends and risks
- Stakeholder consultation underway
Reported by Malay Mail, Bernama, DayakDaily ·
Earlier coverage- Latheefa hits out at MCMC, Fahmi over online attacks on UM student · Malaysiakini, oct 17
- 3 Malaysia
Projected GDP growth above 5% in 2026
Authorities are confident Malaysia will exceed 5% GDP growth in 2026, citing strong recent performance.
- Growth projected between 4.8% and 5.3%
- Q2 2026 growth was 6.0%
- Q3 2026 growth was 5.3%
- 5%
- Target growth
- 6.0%
- Q2 2026
- 5.3%
- Q3 2026
Reported by Malay Mail, Bernama ·
Earlier coverage- Budget 2027: Govt Confident Of RM510 Bln Expenditure Without Introducing New Taxes -- Amir Hamzah · Bernama, oct 12
- 2027 GDP Forecast Factors In Global Uncertainties -- Amir Hamzah · Bernama, oct 9
- Malaysia's Stock Market Stability Supported By Transparent Govt Policies – Amir Hamzah · Bernama, oct 8
- 4 Berita (Bahasa Melayu)
Bersatu clarifies CSA stance
Bersatu states the Confidence and Supply Agreement does not mean joining the PH coalition or the government.
- CSA is cross‑party cooperation for stability
- Support is conditional from non‑government MPs
Reported by Berita Harian, Harian Metro ·
Earlier coverage- 'Asalkan bukan lambang PH dan Bersatu’ · Malaysiakini (BM), oct 20
- CSA Bersatu sebelum Belanjawan Selangor · Kosmo, oct 8
- 5 Malaysia
US power partnership worth $4 billion
EIG and Acwa create Plenum Power with $4 billion equity to invest in US energy generation and storage.
- Focus on power generation and storage
- Targets rising demand from AI and electrification
- $4 billion
- Equity investment
Reported by Bernama ·
- 6 Tech News
Samsung Galaxy Buds On price announced
Samsung's new clip‑on wireless earbuds will launch globally in November with a US price of $229.
- First clip‑on earbud model
- Launch scheduled for November
- US$229
- US price
Reported by Lowyat.NET ·
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