The digital economy is projected to contribute 25.5% to Malaysia’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by the end of next year, up from the current 23%, according to the country’s Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo.

The Dewan Negara (upper house) of Malaysia passed the Cyber Security Bill 2024 on April 3 to enhance the nation’s cyber security through compliance with specific measures, standards, and processes in managing cyber security threats.