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New Straits Times
28-06-2025
- New Straits Times
NSRC's 24-hour upgrade will boost cybercrime response
KUALA LUMPUR: The government's move to expand the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC) into a 24-hour cybercrime response hub is a critical step in combating the country's growing digital threat landscape. Malaysia Crime Prevention Foundation (MCPF) senior vice-chairman Datuk Seri Ayub Yaakob said the decision is "timely and bold" as cybercrime today is no longer confined to online scams, but also includes threats such as identity theft, hacking, ransomware, fake investment schemes, and cyberbullying. "The expansion of the NSRC's mandate reflects a serious commitment to tackling these challenges head-on. "It's a step in the right direction – one that the public, law enforcement, and the private sector have long awaited," he told the New Straits Times. Ayub said one of the most significant improvements resulting from the move is better coordination among enforcement agencies. In the past, he said, scattered reporting mechanisms and siloed agency responses often delayed investigations and recovery efforts. "Now, with a 24-hour integrated network, agencies can act swiftly and share critical data in real time. "This kind of agility is exactly what's needed in cybercrime cases, where even a few hours can mean the difference between dismantling a syndicate or losing millions." He said the upgraded NSRC could play a vital role in reducing public losses and restoring trust in the system. "People need to know that when they report a cybercrime, action will be taken immediately. "This encourages victims to come forward without delay." However, he said infrastructure and inter-agency collaboration alone would not guarantee success, emphasising the need for greater public awareness and transparency. He urged the government to embark on an aggressive nationwide publicity campaign, leveraging both traditional and social media platforms. "It must be aired, viralled, and shared across all platforms – from television to TikTok – to reach every layer of society. "We must actively call for the public to take part, report incidents, and trust the system. Their involvement is not optional – it's essential." Ayub said MCPF, which works closely with the Home Ministry and police, would continue supporting government efforts through community outreach, education programmes, and collaboration with financial institutions. He also called for regular updates to cyber laws and closer cooperation with international enforcement agencies, as many scam syndicates operate across borders. "The digital world moves fast, and our legal frameworks must keep up. We also need international partnerships to trace and dismantle these syndicates beyond our borders." Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday announced that the NSRC would operate around the clock and broaden its scope to address various types of cybercrime, with the involvement of key agencies including the police, Bank Negara Malaysia, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), and the National Anti-Financial Crime Centre (NFCC).
New Straits Times
23-06-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Calls for dedicated police ministry intensify, but experts differ
KUALA LUMPUR: A dedicated police ministry could boost accountability and better uphold the separation of powers, according to a crime expert. "With its own ministry, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) would be the only one to report and be accountable to that ministry and advise only the Prime Minister," Malaysia Crime Prevention Foundation (MCPF) executive council member and former Subang Jaya police chief Datuk Muhammad Fuad Talib told NST. "The doctrine of separation of powers is clear," he added. His remarks comes after former Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said that the police force should be placed under its own dedicated ministry. He said that health, education, and defence each fell under specific ministries, and the same should be applied to the police force. Meanwhile, another expert Shahul Hamid Abd Rahim said having one dedicated minister in charge of the police would protect the force from outside influence. "With its own ministry, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) would be the only one to report and be accountable to that ministry and advise only the Prime Minister. The doctrine of separation of powers is clear," he said. However, Datuk Seri Dr Akhbar Satar, who is also a criminologist, said that the police are already largely independent under the Police Act 1967, as the Inspector-General of Police holds sole authority to command the force and appoint its senior officers. Akhbar also said that independence alone would not ensure integrity. "Can this lead to stronger institutional independence? No, unless police leadership has integrity, merit, boldness, and decreased political interference," he said.
The Citizen
16-06-2025
- The Citizen
Marburg CPF active in fighting crime
Marburg Community Policing Forum (MCPF) is actively involved in monitoring crime in the area. A new committee was elected recently and is determined to make Marburg safe again. The chairperson, Fathima Moosa, said the committee attends Saps meetings at station level on a regular basis. 'The information received from the station has made the MCPF stronger and more able to fight crime in the area. A WhatsApp group was created for the community and people are posting crime-related issues. Security companies were added to the group and they are responding to people who need help.' The committee has grown stronger and residents have volunteered as patrollers. With more patrollers on board with the security companies targeting hot spots, crime has decreased. The forum celebrated its third anniversary recently and is proud to be a part of the Saps crime fighting initiative. 'Community police forums are the eyes and ears of the police and follow a code of conduct. A constitution is signed by the members of the CPF and the area has a sector commander,' said Moosa. The forum will occupy the old rehab centre in Marburg soon. It will be called the MCPF Community Centre, and its executives look forward to assisting the community. Anyone able to contribute to the renovation of the centre, contact Fathima Moosa on 082 4619541. HAVE YOUR SAY Like the South Coast Herald's Facebook page, follow us on Twitter and Instagram At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
New Straits Times
09-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
BTH: Abduction, Pamela Ling, witness protection and Trump's US tariff [WATCH]
KUALA LUMPUR: In this episode of Beyond the Headlines, we tackle two urgent national concerns gripping Malaysia. First, we delve into the shocking disappearance of Datin Seri Pamela Ling Yueh, a key witness in a high-profile corruption case, who was abducted in broad daylight outside the MACC headquarters. How secure are our whistleblowers and witnesses? Are abductions on the rise? How should the public respond? Criminologist and Malaysian Crime Prevention Foundation (MCPF) exco member Assoc. Prof. Dr. Geshina Ayu Mat Saat shares her insights on crime prevention. Then, we shift focus to the economic front: the United States has imposed sweeping tariffs on nearly all Malaysian exports — except semiconductors. With pressure mounting on Putrajaya to meet US demands on trade barriers, halal certification, and Asean's role, we speak with Prof. Dr. Azmi Hassan, geostrategist and senior fellow at the Nusantara Academy of Strategic Research, to break down what's at stake for SMEs, bilateral relations, and Malaysia's role as a regional economic leader. From public safety to economic sovereignty, this episode tackles how prepared is Malaysia to protect its people and its interests? Watch Beyond the Headlines on NST Online's YouTube channel.
