Malaysia Syariah-compliant browser

I discuss Islam-friendly apps and browsers in 'Hashtag Islam', and here's a new option: The Star Online, Syariah compliant web browser aims to make the Internet a better place, Sep 28 2018 "… SalamBrowser, touted as the world’s first syariah-compliant web browser, which Salam Web claims will eliminate inappropriate content from the search results." There have been several attempts at this kind of browser product before, so it will be interesting to see how effective it is compared with mainstream products.

"Malaysia can be Islamic fintech leader"

Malay Mail, Malaysia can be Islamic fintech leader, says Fitch Group unit, 5 Apr 2018

Malaysia: Cryptocurrency

Mohd Noor Omar, Star Online, Resolving cryptocurrency conflicts, 16 Jan 2018 "Ikim will be conducting a roundtable discussion next month on the issue and will gather experts to present their views on cryptocurrency, with discussions on the syariah compatibility, compliance and governance."

Malaysian election

Asia Times, In election mode, Najib bids to shine online, 10 Jan 2018, "The coalition’s move is belated recognition of the power of online and social media in swaying public opinion and capturing votes after recent poor showings at the polls, including a loss of the popular vote in 2013."

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Singapore’s Malay-Muslims

channelnewsasia.com, Singapore’s Malay-Muslims can be modern, vibrant community that the world looks up to: Shanmugam "The minister cited a Pew Research Centre study which showed that 10 per cent of Malaysian Malays had a favourable opinion of Islamic State (IS) and nearly one quarter were not prepared to come out and say that IS is wrong.

“We have to make sure that we do not get there. And a key part of that depends on you, the leaders of the Malay community - whether you can make sure that the right religious values are put forth. We have to work hard at this because the influences are on the Internet,” said Mr Shanmugam."

#Malaysia: Research outfit starts online ‘pondok’ to counter radicalism

themalaymailonline.com, Research outfit starts online ‘pondok’ to counter radicalism (VIDEO), 18 August 2016

"IMAN Research said that in the interviews they conducted across the
peninsula with Muslim youths from various backgrounds, interviewees in
Kedah were “extremely reluctant” to denounce IS, while those in Selangor
were hesitant to challenge verses or scholars that propagate violence,
even if they disagreed with the terrorist group’s level of violence."

Abu Hamzah, the face of terror, is unmasked

themalaymailonline.com, Abu Hamzah, the face of terror, is unmasked " His folly proved to be when he went live over the Internet boasting his plans to launch attacks in Malaysia early this year, and now he has shown his dastardly true colours when executing the Movida attack from behind the scenes, from Syria ...

" ... Muhammad revealed that he himself had been recruited on Facebook, which had helped him to get to Syria."

Abim: Monitor family members' online activities for any links to IS

malaysiakini.com, Abim: Monitor family members' online activities for any links to IS "Angkatan Belia Islam Malaysia (Abim) has urged parents to brush up on their technological prowess so they can better monitor their children's activities online for any links to the Islamic State (IS)."

IS declares war on Malaysia and Indonesia

IS declares war on Malaysia and Indonesia - Nation | The Star Online "The man is wagging his right index finger back and forth, and talks in a mix of Bahasa Malaysia and what sounded like Arabic."

Malaysia approaches fintech with Islamic twist

Computer Weekly, Malaysia approaches fintech with Islamic twist, 28 June 2016 "Malaysia is adapting to the financial technology (fintech) revolution by adjusting its financial regulatory guidelines with an Islamic angle."

e-halal

The Star Online, e-Halal.com to generate RM300m turnover in first year of ops "e-Halal.com, a comprehensive commerce directory portal supported by worldwide halal trustmark, is expected to generate RM300 million in turnover in its first year of operations."

Halal Online verification

Business Insider, A Halal verification service has become so popular it's launching an IPO in London " ... Malaysia-based DagangHalal has created an online verification service for Muslims that allows people to check whether a product is fit for consumption under Shariah law. This not only includes food and drink but also "consumer goods and personal care, healthcare and pharmaceuticals, science and new technologies and hospitality and leisure amongst others.""

Malaysia - "Zahid wants better Islamic propagation via Internet"

themalaysianinsider.com, Zahid wants better Islamic propagation via Interne. 11 Feb 2016t "Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today called for wider propagation of Islamic missionary information through the Internet to match the dissemination via the traditional media."

'Friday sermon wants jihad on Internet falsehood'

malaysiakini.com, Friday sermon wants jihad on Internet falsehood "The Friday sermon delivered at mosques across the Federal Territories today called on Muslims to launch a jihad (holy war) against falsehood spread on the social media."

Say hello to Zilzar.com, the Islamic answer to Amazon

just picked this up from a couple of weeks ago: Guardian, Say hello to Zilzar.com, the Islamic answer to Amazon see zilzar.com (screenshot left)

Malaysia - net recruitment

asianews.it, Malaysia Islamic state "recruiters" arrested: They include Internet experts and politicians "The group of 14 people arrested earlier this week include personalities active in the recruitment campaign for the militias of the Islamic State (IS). Police sources explain that they were organizing the movement in Syria and used the internet to attract new (and increasingly younger) supporters. In particular, three of them played a very personal and individual role to promote, organize and finance trips to Syria."

Malaysia: 'Stern action against internet rumour mongers'

NST, 'Stern action against internet rumour mongers', 17 Dec 2013 "The state government as well as the Perak state islamic Religious Department have also joined the chorus of voices, calling on the people to practise caution, when reading anything on the internet."

'Pornography, internet freedom and Shariah'

Sumayyah Amar, Free Malaysia Today, Pornography, internet freedom and Shariah "According to a study conducted by the National University of Malaysia, 60% of internet users in the country utilise it for entertainment and pleasure such as watching videos on YouTube and playing games. Thus, unhealthy cultures have spread within the society and influenced people, especially teenagers and children. It has caused many teenagers to become obsessed with games, watching videos, and chatting on the internet, affecting their education and causing them to become lazy in other spheres of their life or in fulfilling their Islamic or family responsibilities." Note: "The writer is a member of the central media office of Hizb ut Tahrir"

#JAKIM: Social media a threat to Islam

Malay Mail, Social media a threat to Islam, Internet controls a must, Muslims told in Friday sermon "The Malaysian Islamic Development Department (Jakim) alleged that “enemies of Islam” were prowling social media platforms, purportedly to topple the governments of Muslim-majority nations, with a nod to the conflict-riddled Middle East as an example.

 "“The pulpit would like to state that the abuse and misuse of the internet and telecommunications technology is against religious obligations, laws and community conduct."

Social media and politics in Malaysia

The Star, Exciting PAS Youth polls for a change social media and politics in Malaysia