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THE MERIDIAN: Malaysia at the Crossroads of U.S.-China Tech Rivalry

THE MERIDIAN: Malaysia at the Crossroads of U.S.-China Tech Rivalry

Malaysia faces dual pressures: U.S. demands over Nvidia chip controls and MAHB cyberattack, while Trump administration struggles with fallout from Signal breach. Regional tensions heighten as Chinese hackers target Asian telecoms.

FLASHPOINTS: DNS Detour: Malaysia's Contentious Venture into Digital Governance

FLASHPOINTS: DNS Detour: Malaysia's Contentious Venture into Digital Governance

Malaysia's DNS redirection mandate sparked controversy over internet freedom and security. The policy risked cybersecurity vulnerabilities and internet fragmentation. Though rescinded, it highlights the challenge of balancing security with open internet access.