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Malaysia tightens prepaid SIM rules to curb scams, mandates biometric checks

( February 27, 2026, 02:37 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex summary: Malaysia’s communications regulator has introduced mandatory standards to tighten prepaid SIM registration in a bid to curb scams and identity-related offenses. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission said in a statement on Thursday that the framework mandates biometric authentication, MyDigital ID self-registration and stricter controls for non-Malaysian users, including passport verification. It also lowers SIM ownership caps, restricts child registrations and limits tourist SIM validity to three months. Service providers face regulatory action for non-compliance as authorities seek stronger safeguards while balancing data protection and user access.Statement follows....

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