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Share: Guide to Government Assistance in Malaysia (2025)

The Malaysian government under the MADANI framework provides various forms of assistance to citizens; from direct cash transfers and targeted subsidies, to welfare aid, education support, social protection, and entrepreneurship incentives. 1. Direct Cash Aid & Targeted Subsidies (Federal Government) Cash Aid Rahmah (STR / MySTR) Replaces BR1M/BPR. For B40, M40, senior citizens, and single individuals. Up to RM2,500 per household per year. Paid in 4 phases annually. Register/Check/Login: https://bantuantunai.hasil.gov.my Basic Rahmah Aid (SARA) RM100 per month credited (cash or e-wallet) to over 4 million households. RM600 one-off for eligible single individuals. Check: https://www.mykasih.com.my Additional RM100 Monthly Aid Automatic for eligible B40/M40 households in 2025. Total of RM1,200 per year. No registration required – credited directly to bank/e-wallet. BUDI MADANI – Targeted Diesel Subsidy RM200 monthly for owners of non-luxury diesel vehicles, farmers, and smallholders. ...

How-To: Google Authenticator: Guide to Setup, Backup, and Safe Usage

What is Google Authenticator? Google Authenticator is a free security app from Google that provides two-factor authentication (2FA) codes. Instead of just entering a password, you’ll also need to input a time-based code from the app. This extra step greatly reduces the risk of your account being hacked, even if someone knows your password. Unlike SMS codes, which can be intercepted, Google Authenticator works offline and generates unique codes every 30 seconds directly on your device. Why Use Google Authenticator? Stronger security: Protects against password leaks or phishing. Offline usage: Works without mobile data or Wi-Fi. Multi-account support: You can store codes for multiple accounts (Google, Facebook, Instagram, banking apps, etc.). Free and lightweight: No subscription fees, minimal storage needed. How to Set Up Google Authenticator Step 1: Install the App Download Google Authenticator from:  Google Play Store (Android) Apple App Store (iOS) Step 2: Enable 2FA on Your Acco...

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Share: A little bit about SST (01/07/2025)

As part of Malaysia’s fiscal reform under Budget 2025, significant changes have been made to the Sales and Service Tax (SST) regime. The adjustments, effective from 1 July 2025, aim to increase government revenue while maintaining fairness by excluding essential goods and focusing taxation on premium items and services. This article provides a clear explanation of the SST system, its latest updates, categories affected, compliance requirements, and implications for businesses and consumers alike. ✅ What is SST? SST refers to a single-stage tax system that replaced the GST (Goods and Services Tax) in 2018. It consists of: Sales Tax – charged on manufacturers and importers at the production or import level. Service Tax – imposed on certain prescribed taxable services provided by businesses. SST is collected only once in the supply chain, unlike GST, which is multi-staged and creditable. 📅 Key Effective Dates Start Date: 1 July 2025 Transition Period: July 1 – December 31, 2025 (no penal...

Share: A little bit about e-Invoicing (07/07/2025)

With Malaysia's push toward digital tax compliance, e-Invoicing will soon become mandatory for all businesses, big or small. Spearheaded by the Lembaga Hasil Dalam Negeri (LHDN), this new system aims to improve transparency, reduce fraud, and automate tax reporting. Whether you’re a corporation or a small business owner, understanding how e-Invoicing works is crucial. 🔍 What is E-Invoicing? E-Invoicing is the process of issuing and receiving invoices electronically, using a structured digital format (like JSON or XML) that allows for automatic validation and processing by the tax authority. Unlike PDF or paper invoices, e-Invoices are machine-readable, submitted in real time, and stored digitally with built-in authentication, including QR codes and digital signatures. Once submitted through LHDN’s MyInvois system, the invoice is validated and becomes an official legal document, complete with a timestamp and unique identifier. This system removes the need for paper documentation an...

Share: Facebook? NO NO NO!

🧵 A Story of Bias and Broken Enforcement on Facebook The Rescue Post Paradox Imagine you're managing a small animal‐rescue page. You share daily updates: dogs needing homes, local stray cats, links to adoption events. Then one day your posts start disappearing or being flagged as spam when followers try to share them. It’s bewildering. 😢 You're not alone. Reddit users working with shelters report exactly that: “When their followers share our posts, they are being flagged as spam and removed … mostly updates on rescues, new intakes, events” One wrote: "FB AI interprets a lot of shelter and rescue posts as fishing for likes” and even changed posts by replacing words like “cat” with emoji to avoid detection. Despite appeals, many shelters received no explanation and saw continued suppression of engagement. Facebook’s Spam Moderation Logic Facebook defines spam as content designed to deceive, mislead, or artificially inflate engagement. Flooding feeds, impersonating accounts...

Share: Top 10 New & Emerging Social Media Platforms (2024–2025)

Top 10 new or emerging social media platforms (2024–2025) whether for inspiration, trend analysis, or business opportunity—here are some up-and-coming platforms that are gaining traction globally or in niche markets: 1. BeReal Concept: Spontaneous, real-life photo sharing once a day at a random time. Why It’s New: Anti-filter, anti-perfection. Promotes authenticity. Big Data Angle: Minimal data use; mostly behavioral insights for feature improvement. User Base: Gen Z-heavy, especially in Europe and North America. 2. Lemon8 (by ByteDance) Concept: Instagram-meets-Pinterest aesthetic feed for lifestyle content. Why It’s New: Heavily promoted by TikTok’s parent company ByteDance. Big Data Angle: Uses TikTok-like algorithms for content suggestion. Focus: Fashion, beauty, fitness, food. 3. Gas (acquired by Discord) Concept: Teens compliment each other anonymously. Why It’s New: Positive social engagement, mental-health friendly. Big Data Use: Sentiment analysis, moderation, trend mapping am...

Share: Top 10 Social Media for Business Growth & Ads (2025)

The top 10 social media platforms to improve business traffic and run effective ads, based on 2024–2025 global data, including active users, engagement patterns, ad reach, and cost-effectiveness. These platforms are selected based on their ability to generate leads, brand awareness, conversions, and ROI across different industries. 1. Facebook Monthly Active Users (MAU): ~3.05 billion Ad Reach: 2.2+ billion Best For: Broad reach, retargeting, local businesses, B2C, B2B Key Strengths: Advanced targeting (age, interests, location, behavior) Highly effective for lead gen and eCommerce (via FB Shops & Ads) Strong performance in Southeast Asia, Latin America, Africa Insights: 70% of marketers say Facebook Ads deliver the best ROI (HubSpot 2024). CPM is rising but still cheaper than LinkedIn. 2. Instagram MAU: ~2.2 billion Ad Reach: ~1.6 billion Best For: Fashion, beauty, food, lifestyle, influencers Key Strengths: High visual engagement (Stories, Reels, Shopping) Younger demographic (18...

Share: PHP

PHP is a widely-used, open-source scripting language especially suited for web development. Here's a breakdown of key aspects: 1. Core Concepts: Server-Side Scripting: PHP code is executed on the server, generating HTML (or other output) that is then sent to the user's browser. This distinguishes it from client-side languages like JavaScript, which run in the browser. Embedding in HTML: PHP code can be directly embedded within HTML, making it easy to create dynamic web pages. Dynamic Content: PHP allows you to generate content that changes based on user input, database information, or other factors. Database Interaction: PHP readily connects to various databases (like MySQL, PostgreSQL), enabling you to store and retrieve data. 2. Key Features and Characteristics: Open Source: PHP is free to use and distribute. Cross-Platform: It runs on various operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS). Large Community: A vast community provides support, resources, and libraries. Web Framework...

Share: API

An API (Application Programming Interface) is a set of rules and protocols that allow one software application to interact with another. It defines the methods and data formats that applications use to request and exchange information. APIs are used to allow different systems, services, or components to communicate with each other. APIs typically work by defining endpoints (URLs) where one system can send requests, and the system receiving the request processes it and sends a response back. Here's a basic overview of how the process works: 1. Client (Requester): The system (or program) that initiates the request. This could be a user interacting with an app, or a program that needs to fetch data from another service. 2. API Endpoint: An endpoint is a specific URL or URI (Uniform Resource Identifier) on the server that defines where the request should be sent. 3. Request: The client sends an HTTP request to the API endpoint. This can be one of several types: GET: Retrie...