Last year, it became mandatory for organisations in Malaysia to appoint a DPO.

The PDPA Amendment Act 2024 represents a significant update to Malaysia's data protection landscape, addressing the need for enhanced data protection in response to digitalisation and increasing data breaches. Organisations handling personal data must review and update their data protection policies and practices to comply with the new requirements. This includes appointing Data Protection Officers (DPOs) and implementing measures to secure sensitive data, particularly biometric information.

Looking forward, as Gen AI continues to evolve rapidly, we’ll review the DPO's role with Generative AI adoption on your data protection programme. We share real world best practices in the region on what works in a Data Protection Management Programme, and building in new considerations balancing AI innovation with strong data governance

NetAssist is glad to present Data Governance experts, Straits Interactive, as they share case studies, strategies and best practices in data protection to help organisations better navigate the new key requirements of the Malaysia PDPA.
  • Appointment of the Data Protection Officer (DPO): Discover the importance of having a dedicated personnel and the role they play in ensuring compliance and safeguarding personal data.
  • Data Breach Notification: Understand the new requirements for reporting a data breach and learn how to effectively manage such incidents.
  • Scope of Applicability: Gain insights into the extended reach of the PDPA and how it affects various sectors and organisations.
  • Gen AI Impact on Data Protection programmes: Best practices in the region on what works in a Data Protection Management Programme, and how AI innovation impacts strong data governance

Details About the Webinar

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 · 10:00 a.m. Singapore (GMT +8:00)
Cost: Free
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About the Speakers

1770792867-2cc9013753ef8805 Alvin Toh
CMO, Co-Founder, Head of International Operations, Straits Interactive Pte Ltd

Alvin, Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Straits Interactive, spearheads sales and marketing strategy and partnerships while advancing one of the largest data governance and AI professional networks, the Data Protection Excellence (DPEX) Network, regionally.

As an appointed speaker by Infocomm Media and Digital Authority (IMDA) on Personal Data Protection updates and a respected regional speaker on data governance and generative AI, Alvin combines regulatory and Gen AI expertise with actionable insights to key industry and executive forums.

1772685341-d0406f8fc4559a4c Hon Fun Ping
Managing Director, NetAssist

Mr. Hon Fun Ping is a seasoned cybersecurity expert with over 27 years of experience in the industry. As the founder and Managing Director of NetAssist, he has been instrumental in driving the company’s success and sustained growth. Holding a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Mathematics, Mr. Hon combines a solid technical foundation with a deep understanding of the evolving cybersecurity landscape.

Under his leadership, NetAssist has achieved consistent year-on-year growth and has established itself as a trusted partner for organizations seeking comprehensive, cutting-edge solutions to protect their digital assets. His commitment to innovation and excellence continues to position NetAssist as a leading force in the cybersecurity sector.

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