Navigating the Malaysian Cybersecurity Act: TM One Speaks to BFM on What Enterprises Need to Know

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Date posted: 5 June 2025
Date modified: 5 June 2025
As Malaysia advances deeper into the digital economy, the recently passed Malaysian Cybersecurity Act marks a turning point in how businesses and public institutions must approach cyber defence.
More than a legal requirement, the Act sets a new national benchmark for trust, resilience, and digital competitiveness. And TM One, as Malaysia’s trusted digital enabler, is at the forefront of helping organisations navigate this shift.
Recently, Dr. Saiyid Syahir Al-Edrus, General Manager of Cybersecurity at TM One, was speaking on BFM 89.9 to share expert insights on what this Act means for business leaders across industries.

Why Compliance Is No Longer Optional—It’s a Business Imperative

During the interview, Dr. Saiyid highlighted that the Cybersecurity Act is a vital framework designed to protect national interests, digital businesses, and sensitive personal data. It applies to 11 critical sectors, including Government, finance, transportation, and healthcare—each required to adopt globally recognised security standards like ISO/IEC 27001 and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF).

Cybersecurity is now a boardroom priority—not just an IT issue.

“The Act makes cybersecurity compliance not just an IT function, but a strategic business priority,” he explained. “It’s about resilience, trust, and protecting what matters most.”

Turning Compliance Into Competitive Advantage

While many organisations may see compliance as a checkbox exercise, TM One sees it as an opportunity:
To strengthen digital trust
To mitigate reputational and operational risk
And to build long-term value in the digital economy
Dr. Saiyid highlighted the real challenge most enterprises face: not knowing where or how to start.
With cyber threats evolving rapidly—from AI-driven attacks to emerging quantum risks—leaders must move beyond reactive strategies. The path forward requires a holistic, proactive approach to enterprise security.

How TM One Enables Cyber Confidence for Malaysian Enterprises

As a strategic partner to both public and private sectors, TM One delivers end-to-end cybersecurity services designed to help organisations lead with confidence in this new era. Our capabilities include:
Cyber Risk Assessments
Frameworks & Compliance Implementation (ISO/NIST readiness)
AI-Powered Threat Detection
Quantum-Safe Encryption Solutions
Continuous Monitoring & Managed Security Services (MSS)
“Cybersecurity is not just about ticking boxes —it’s a catalyst for digital growth, customer trust, and operational excellence,” Dr. Saiyid concluded. He encouraged organisations to conduct internal assessments, upskill teams, and collaborate with trusted experts to build long-term cyber resilience.

Ready to Stay Ahead of Evolving Threats?

At TM One, we don’t just protect businesses—we empower them to lead securely in the digital economy.
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