Maybank Launches Money Lock, a Market-first Feature to Protect Funds from Online Scams
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Maybank Launches Money Lock, a Market-first Feature to Protect Funds from Online Scams

Maybank has introduced "Money Lock," an innovative feature to safeguard customers from online scams. A first-of-its-kind in the market, this feature allows users to set limits on their bank accounts, restricting online transfers and enhancing security. This initiative is part of Maybank's commitment to addressing the rising threats of digital fraud.

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Cybersecurity Threats Becoming More Complex, Requiring Collective Action
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Cybersecurity Threats Becoming More Complex, Requiring Collective Action

As Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo emphasises, addressing today’s rapidly evolving cyber security threats requires a unified effort between government expertise and industry innovation. This collaboration between CyberSecurity Malaysia and MyORI Services exemplifies how shared knowledge and resources can build a more resilient digital ecosystem.

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How Business Leaders are Getting Strategic About Cybersecurity
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How Business Leaders are Getting Strategic About Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is no longer a back-office function—it’s now a boardroom priority. With 68% of Singaporean cyber leaders integrating cyber budgets into broader digital strategies and AI transforming threat response, the role of cybersecurity is evolving rapidly. As CISOs gain the ear of CEOs, the focus shifts to embedding privacy, trust, and resilience into every facet of business innovation.

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Collaboration is Strengthening Cybersecurity Defences in Indonesia
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Collaboration is Strengthening Cybersecurity Defences in Indonesia

In Indonesia's booming digital landscape, cyber threats are escalating in step with the country's rapid transformation. As businesses grapple with AI-powered attacks and a $3.39 billion cybersecurity market by 2028, rivals are embracing "coopetition" to create shared defenses—setting a bold precedent for securing Indonesia's digital future.

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Vietnamese and U.S. Agencies Set Up Partnership in Cybersecurity
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Vietnamese and U.S. Agencies Set Up Partnership in Cybersecurity

The Authority of Information Security (AIS) under the Vietnamese Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS)'s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) on strengthening cooperation in cybersecurity, at a ceremony in Hanoi on November 14.

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Navigating Thailand's AI Transition: Balancing Innovation with Cybersecurity
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Navigating Thailand's AI Transition: Balancing Innovation with Cybersecurity

As Thailand races toward becoming Southeast Asia’s AI powerhouse, the stakes are higher than ever. With cyberattacks in Thailand surging 61% above the global average, the nation must grapple with a delicate balance: harnessing AI for economic growth while ensuring cybersecurity keeps pace to protect its ambitious digital future.

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