Malaysia Oversight

‘Kill switch’ for AI? MPs raise red flags over privacy and surveillance

By MkiniEN in August 20, 2025 – Reading time 1 minute
'Kill switch' for AI? MPs raise red flags over privacy and surveillance


PARLIAMENT | Lawmakers have raised concerns about the ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology, particularly amid concerns regarding privacy rights.

Doris Sophia Brodi (GPS-Sri Aman) asked Gobind Singh Deo (Harapan-Damansara) to explain whether the government has designed a control mechanism or “kill switch” if cybersecurity AI fails or “acts beyond control”.

In response, the digital minister said the ministry is…



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