Commissioner says government uses anonymised data for economic and statistical planning, unlike tech giants that gather far more detailed user information
Minister tables amendment bill for first reading, which includes provisions for data portability rights, appointment of data protection officers by organisations handling personal data
The Central Database Hub should not gather excessive information unrelated to the financial status of the people, says Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg.
The government has assured that it will not misuse people's personal data obtained through the Central Database Hub (Padu) system for campaigning purposes in the next general election.
While concerns over drug-laced vapes grow, a blanket ban could backfire by wiping out businesses, threatening jobs, pushing trade underground amid weak enforcement and open tank loopholes
