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I have received letter of demand for RM10m, reveals Saifuddin

I have received letter of demand for RM10m, reveals Saifuddin

He says those ex-PKR members who also received the letter have discussed their next course of action.

Minister 'sorry for being straightforward' in Finas licence controversy

Minister 'sorry for being straightforward' in Finas licence controversy

'Apparently, politicians cannot be straight, when one is straight, he gets hammered,' says Saifuddin Abdullah.
COMMENT | Does anyone really know who Saifuddin Abdullah is?

COMMENT | Does anyone really know who Saifuddin Abdullah is?

This ex-PKR man was part of Azmin Ali's deep state, which he warned us of while still with Harapan, only to join them in unseating the coalition.

'Changed man' - Seputeh MP dismayed by Saifuddin's response to Al Jazeera raid

'Changed man' - Seputeh MP dismayed by Saifuddin's response to Al Jazeera raid

Former allies trade barbs over government raid on the international media's office.

NO RM10m PKR letter of demand yet, says Saifuddin

NO RM10m PKR letter of demand yet, says Saifuddin

He says he will consult with his lawyers when he receives the letter.

Outcome of digital infrastructure discussion to be release in mid-August - minister

Outcome of digital infrastructure discussion to be release in mid-August - minister

The National Digital Infrastructure Workshop was held on July 13 to Aug 14 on the development of the country's digital infrastructure.

'Requiring newsrooms to have Finas licence violates press freedom'

'Requiring newsrooms to have Finas licence violates press freedom'

International Press Institute says M'sian govt is trying to stifle independent media by enforcing arbitrary restrictions.

Drop Finas action against Al Jazeera if committed to press freedom, Saifuddin told

Drop Finas action against Al Jazeera if committed to press freedom, Saifuddin told

Freedom Film Network and Centre for Independent Journalism also propose amendments to Finas Act.

COMMENT | Doublespeak puts citizens on tenterhooks

COMMENT | Doublespeak puts citizens on tenterhooks

'Is there a determined effort to curb freedom of expression? You, the discerning citizen will have the answer.'

YOURSAY | Finas licence - a law that no longer makes sense

YOURSAY | Finas licence - a law that no longer makes sense

‘You cannot enforce a law selectively and on a case-by-case basis.’
After Finas Act misstep, PKR MP urges minister to resign

After Finas Act misstep, PKR MP urges minister to resign

Fahmi says Saifuddin should have clearly explained if social media users would be subject to licence requirements.

Finas Act not meant to stifle personal freedoms – minister clarifies

Finas Act not meant to stifle personal freedoms – minister clarifies

UPDATED 8.08PM | Saifuddin Abdullah says the government does not intend to use the Act to stifle freedom on social media.

Netizens troll Saifuddin's announcement on Finas licence requirements

Netizens troll Saifuddin's announcement on Finas licence requirements

Some are questioning the effects of such a law on public and social media.
Finas licence requirement will impact social media users - PKR MP

Finas licence requirement will impact social media users - PKR MP

Fahmi Fadzil says it also allows room for selective prosecution.

All filming requires Finas licence, even personal social media - minister

All filming requires Finas licence, even personal social media - minister

UPDATED 11.05AM | PARLIAMENT | Saifuddin Abdullah says all content is subject to regulations.

'Sudden invocation of Finas permit against Al Jazeera will affect other media'

'Sudden invocation of Finas permit against Al Jazeera will affect other media'

That the matter has now escalated into criminal investigations is alarming, says Foreign Correspondents Club.
Al Jazeera: Ministry checks licence, accreditation

Al Jazeera: Ministry checks licence, accreditation

Saifuddin Abdullah says it is to find out if the controversial documentary was licenced by Finas before being produced.
Insulting coat of arms - Action must be taken despite apology, says Saifuddin Abdullah

Insulting coat of arms - Action must be taken despite apology, says Saifuddin Abdullah

This reference to an incident where a shoe distributor has printed the Jata Negara on the inside of shoes.

Minister says action taken after Bernama TV host name-calls Al Jazeera on air

Minister says action taken after Bernama TV host name-calls Al Jazeera on air

The host called Al Jazeera "Al Jahiliyah" and told it to "shut up".
RTM ready to continue TV Pendidikan - Saifuddin

RTM ready to continue TV Pendidikan - Saifuddin

The need for educational broadcast exists even after schools reopen, says Communications and Multimedia Minister Saifuddin Abdullah.

Minister encourages public to visit cinemas, support local film industry

Minister encourages public to visit cinemas, support local film industry

Saifuddin Abdullah says he is satisfied with the compliance-level of the SOP at cinemas thus far.
10 new telecom towers to improve Internet access in Chini

10 new telecom towers to improve Internet access in Chini

Communications and multimedia minister says apart from building new towers, 11 existing ones will be upgraded from 2G and 3G to 4G.

CIJ cautions new channel against ‘fake news’ not be used to ‘spread propaganda’

CIJ cautions new channel against ‘fake news’ not be used to ‘spread propaganda’

CIJ hopes the 24-hour Saluran Berita RTM will ensure that timely dissemination and access to information is guaranteed to the public.
Saifuddin launches new TV channel 'Saluran Berita RTM'

Saifuddin launches new TV channel 'Saluran Berita RTM'

The RTM channel is an additional medium for gov't to fight fake news and disseminate accurate information.