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Malaysia's anti-corruption agency has arrested a suspect linked to allegations that RM300,000 in free home renovations were provided to a former chief operating officer as kickbacks for securing contracts.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested five additional immigration officers as part of its investigation into alleged hacking and unauthorised access to the MyIMMs system, signalling an intensifying crackdown on systemic vulnerabilities.
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Five more immigration officers have been arrested in connection with the hacking of Malaysia's MyIMS system, according to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission. The arrests follow earlier detentions as authorities expand their probe.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's investigating officer has firmly rejected criticism that the inquiry into Penang's controversial undersea tunnel project lacks impartiality, denying that authorities pressured witnesses to provide statements against former Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng.
A Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission investigating officer has denied bias allegations in the undersea tunnel probe involving former Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng, stating the investigation remains impartial and fact-based.
The MACC has initiated a comprehensive investigation into Tabung Haji following the release of a damning Royal Commission of Inquiry report. Eight officers were deployed to the pilgrimage fund's headquarters to examine documentation and interview relevant officials.
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency has broadened its investigation into the MyIMMs data breach, with more individuals now facing scrutiny as authorities work to establish the full scope of the compromise.
The MACC has secured remand orders for 12 individuals suspected of orchestrating a hacking operation against Malaysia's immigration database to illegally process work permits, with investigators seizing nearly RM186,000 in cash and valuables.
Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested twelve individuals including six immigration officers over the MyIMMs data breach. Arrests were made at MACC headquarters and Penang immigration department facilities.
Malaysia's Immigration Department has decided to delay any disciplinary measures against officers involved in the MyIMMs hacking incident until the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission concludes its formal investigation.
Malaysia's anti-corruption commission has busted a criminal syndicate that breached the immigration system from within to issue thousands of fraudulent work passes, prompting urgent security reviews across government agencies.
Malaysia's anti-corruption authorities are extending their investigation into KWAP investments beyond national borders, activating mutual legal assistance agreements with Dubai, Singapore and Indonesia to pursue the complex cross-border inquiry.
A Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission investigating officer has told the court that witnesses claimed the winning bidder in a major tunnel project possessed a competitive advantage before the open tendering process even commenced.
A Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission investigator has contested the defence's assertion that Penang state incurred no financial harm when transferring land to finance the controversial undersea tunnel feasibility study.
The defence in Lim Guan Eng's corruption trial has disputed MACC findings, arguing the Penang government incurred no losses in a controversial land transfer related to the tunnel project.
A Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission witness testified in court that China-based developer CZBUCG conducted multiple meetings with Penang state officials before the tunnel project tender was publicly announced.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has questioned 10 senior officials from the civil service pension fund and Finance Ministry regarding KWAP's disputed RM200 million investment in Indonesian aquaculture firm eFishery.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has launched a formal investigation into Retirement Fund Inc following the fund's reported RM200 million loss from an investment in Indonesian aquaculture technology firm eFishery.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has detained the president of a Sabah-based non-governmental organisation as part of an investigation into the suspected misappropriation of approximately RM2 million in organisation funds.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has apprehended two senior officials from a non-governmental organisation in connection with an alleged RM5 million money laundering operation, signalling intensified scrutiny of NGO financial practices.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested a Sabah NGO president accused of misappropriating RM2 million intended for a cultural hall project, marking another significant graft investigation in the eastern Malaysian state.
A Kelantan police station commander has been remanded for a week as the MACC investigates allegations he accepted a RM500 bribe, marking another high-profile corruption case involving law enforcement in the state.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has indicated no initial misconduct in KWAP's RM163.4 million investment in Indonesian aquaculture firm eFishery, though he has directed the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission to undertake a comprehensive review.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has established an investigation team to examine the Kumpulan Wang Amanah Pencen's RM163.4 million investment in eFishery, pledging transparent and impartial proceedings.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has begun investigating how the Employees Provident Fund lost RM200 million through an investment in Indonesia's eFishery, raising questions about governance and due diligence in sovereign wealth decisions.
CIMB Securities has kept its 'Buy' recommendation on Padini Holdings, projecting 27% upside potential after the retailer's latest statement clarified its Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission investigation status, removing a significant headwind from the stock.
Fertiliser producer Cropmate Bhd announced that Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has unfrozen all its bank accounts that were frozen during an anti-money laundering investigation, with no personnel facing charges.
Padini Holdings Berhad announced that the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has restored access to all bank accounts that were frozen during its investigation into the fashion retailer.
The Social Security Organisation has declared its staff innocent of involvement in a fraud investigation surrounding the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 employment incentive programme under MACC scrutiny.
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Malaysia's anti-corruption authority has exonerated former minister Nik Nazmi of suspicions regarding fund transfers connected to the elephant sanctuary case involving Dara, Amoi, and Kelat.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has completed investigations into 69 cases of abuse within the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 programme and will recommend charges against those involved.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has initiated 81 investigations into alleged fraudulent claims under PERKESO's Daya Kerjaya 2.0 employment incentive scheme, involving 143 companies and 98 individuals with estimated losses of RM9 million.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is broadening its investigation into a luxury American property allegedly purchased with 1MDB money, signalling renewed focus on high-profile individuals connected to the scandal.
Malaysia's Anti-Corruption Commission is examining documents related to the Taiping Municipal Council's transfer of three elephants to Tennoji Zoo in Japan, signalling scrutiny of the transaction's propriety.
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Malaysia's anti-corruption authority has exonerated Rohas Tecnic Bhd's majority-owned subsidiary HG Power Transmission following completion of an investigation into potential anti-money laundering violations, according to regulatory announcements.
HG Power Transmission has announced the conclusion of a Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission investigation with no further action required, with all seizure orders revoked, according to a stock exchange filing.