<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Mohamed Ridza & Co]]></title><description><![CDATA[MRCO is a top-tier Malaysian firm with a global footprint, delivering cutting-edge legal solutions in several areas of expertise.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 05:48:37 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/zh/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Malaysia's Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Act 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[Malaysia's Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Act 2024 introduces direct legal duties for data processors, mandatory data breach notifications (notifying the Commissioner within 72 hours), and mandatory Data Protection Officer (DPO) appointments for qualifying businesses.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/malaysia-s-personal-data-protection-amendment-act-2024</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a994446b79de6bdd0bdd2b4</guid><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:00:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/28d63b431eff4c7b82da1b3913cab749.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Nur Faiqah Nadhra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Preparing for an IPO: Legal Issues Companies Should Address Early]]></title><description><![CDATA[We highlight essential legal preparations for companies planning an IPO. With Malaysia’s updated Equity Guidelines extending preparation runways to 18–24 months, companies must resolve key legal areas early to prevent delays.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/preparing-for-an-ipo-legal-issues-companies-should-address-early</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6b19e3328f65b10659ed45</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eaf890_ba3a840381454c3bbff522fc522b5d01~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Nur Adila Omar</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI-Generated Contracts and Their Legal Risks]]></title><description><![CDATA[AI-generated contracts look polished but introduce serious risks under Malaysian law. Lacking commercial and local context, AI can generate vague or inapplicable clauses, risking voided agreements under Section 30 of the Contracts Act 1950. Inputting data into these tools also triggers confidentiality and PDPA compliance breaches. Because courts hold only humans accountable, the legal and financial risks of using AI-drafted agreements fall entirely on the users.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/ai-generated-contracts-and-their-legal-risks</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a42db2951416e35e783fbe7</guid><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_d520eb630fdd41e1af498f9f125e5625~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator> Nia Afea Sikau</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI and the Legal Industry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Analyzes AI's role in the legal industry, emphasizing its function as a supporting tool rather than a replacement for lawyers. AI enhances efficiency in document review and contract drafting, but lacks human judgment, commercial context, and accountability. The article stresses that law firms are implementing governance frameworks for secure, responsible AI integration.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/ai-and-the-legal-industry</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a24c2d31f44c606b37a69e1</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eaf890_bb457f26f8fc4df18e2220866d7b4c32~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Muhammad Akhlil Ridza</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major Changes with Respect to Stamp Duty in Malaysia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Summarizes major stamp duty reforms, primarily the Self-Assessment (SA) System which reduces processing delays. Key changes include a flat 8% duty for foreign property purchasers and stamp duty exemptions for employment contracts with wages under RM3,000. It also highlights revised rates for leasing arrangements based on annual rent and lease terms.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/major-changes-with-respect-to-stamp-duty-in-malaysia</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a24c23a723e0825bac81701</guid><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eaf890_327247e0649946da980d1778964660ac~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Miw Zhong Heng</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Malaysia’s Adoption of the Cross-Border Insolvency Framework: Strengthening Cooperation in International Insolvency Proceedings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Explores the Insolvency (Cross-Border) Act 2025, which adopts the UNCITRAL Model Law. It establishes a unified framework for corporate insolvency involving multiple jurisdictions, enabling Malaysian courts to recognize foreign proceedings and coordinate with international representatives. This alignment with international standards aims to improve legal certainty for global businesses.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/malaysia-s-adoption-of-the-cross-border-insolvency-framework-strengthening-cooperation-in-internati</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a24c1c9723e0825bac81629</guid><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eaf890_db5b191a22c94579bc1939eca246418f~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Catherine Chow</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buy Now, Pay Later Scheme Regulated: Navigating the Consumer Credit Act 2025 (Act 873)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Details the Consumer Credit Act 2025 (Act 873), which regulates Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) schemes and other non-bank credit. It establishes the Consumer Credit Oversight Board (CCOB) and a mandatory licensing regime. The Act focuses on responsible lending, prohibiting misleading advertising, and ensuring credit providers assess a consumer's ability to repay before granting credit.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/buy-now-pay-later-scheme-regulated-navigating-the-consumer-credit-act-2025-act-873</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a24c10c1f44c606b37a66ae</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eaf890_25dcaf8b219a480fbf3f376132453267~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Nur Shazleen Natasha</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amendments to the Bursa Malaysia Main Market Listing Requirements and ACE Market Listing Requirements on 26 February 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Summarizes 2025 amendments to Bursa Malaysia's Listing Requirements aligned with the SC’s Equity Guidelines. The changes tighten oversight on backdoor listings and reverse takeovers (RTOs) by expanding definitions of business and control changes. Enhanced disclosure and suitability criteria for directors/executives aim to modernize corporate governance and protect investors.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/amendments-to-the-bursa-malaysia-main-market-listing-requirements-and-ace-market-listing-requirement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a24c0a87af0f733569428ce</guid><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eaf890_6394fc4c527d4c6baf1d1b66189a3973~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_825,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Muhammad Akif Hashim</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unlocking Regional Potential: Investing in the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone and Beyond]]></title><description><![CDATA[Analyzes the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) as a bilateral powerhouse. It contrasts Singapore's role as a financial gateway with Johor's scalable industrial base. The JS-SEZ targets high-growth sectors like manufacturing and green growth, offering tax incentives (5% corporate tax) and streamlined cross-border movement (QR code clearance) to attract global investors.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/unlocking-regional-potential-investing-in-the-johor-singapore-special-economic-zone-and-beyond</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a24bed61f44c606b37a6295</guid><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eaf890_9ed3ae97a1634b46877adb6cc6a6b7f0~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Nur Adila Omar</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Ethics Fail: Legal Analysis of the Bank-Law Firm Bribery Scandal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Analyzes the Bank-Law Firm bribery scandal involving MACC investigations into 49 bank personnel for accepting "referral fees" from law firms. It details criminal liability under the MACC Act 2009 (Section 16) and ethical disciplinary actions for lawyers. Proposed reforms include mandatory rotation of panel firms and independent oversight committees to restore public trust.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/when-ethics-fail-legal-analysis-of-the-bank-law-firm-bribery-scandal</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a24be94723e0825bac81057</guid><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eaf890_9589e8c435244b45bb361176882c2c72~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Farahida Binti Mohamed Ridza</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When a Helping Hand Becomes a Moneylending Business: Are All Financial Assistance Regulated under Moneylenders Act?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warns that single interest-bearing loans can trigger a presumption of moneylending under Section 10OA of the Moneylenders Act 1951. Following the "Triple Zest" Federal Court decision, the substance of a transaction (e.g., "agreed profit") is treated as interest. Unlicensed lenders face unenforceable agreements and penalties unless they can prove the loan wasn't part of a business.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/when-a-helping-hand-becomes-a-moneylending-business-are-all-financial-assistance-regulated-under-mo</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a24bdd57af0f733569423b7</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eaf890_7ba7114d77c74f30bec2507adc347fdd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Irdina Mohamed Damshal</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Not All Endings Are Final – The Power Of Section 556 Of The Malaysian Companies Act 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Highlights Section 556 of the Companies Act 2016, which allows the Registrar to represent a dissolved company for purely administrative matters. A key application is executing a Memorandum of Transfer for property buyers when a developer has been dissolved before legal title transfer. This ensures that a company’s dissolution doesn't automatically end its administrative obligations to third parties.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/not-all-endings-are-final-the-power-of-section-556-of-the-malaysian-companies-act-2016</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a24bd33861147e38398463f</guid><pubDate>Sun, 31 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eaf890_c7b658e42215411ea3ae7bc7c9380109~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shazana Abdul Aziz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Malaysia’s Battle Against AI-Powered Cybercrime – Is It Winning?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Examines Malaysia’s struggle against AI-powered cybercrime, including phishing surges and deepfakes. It differentiates between cybersecurity (CIA triad) and data protection (integrity). While the Cyber Security Act 2024 and PDPA provide frameworks, losses remain high. The Ministry of Digital plans new guidelines on DPIA and Automated Decision Making to combat evolving scams.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/malaysia-s-battle-against-ai-powered-cybercrime-is-it-winning</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a24bcc77af0f73356942248</guid><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eaf890_f9bbba90896344c38012be09dbf28af5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tee Kai Yan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[E-commerce Law: Protection for the Consumers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discusses the 2025 reform of Malaysia’s e-commerce laws, focusing on the Consumer Protection Regulations 2024. Mandatory disclosures in Bahasa Melayu, identity verification for sellers, and certification (SIRIM/HALAL) are now required. It also highlights the upcoming 2026 E-Commerce Bill intended to regulate platform fees and foreign platforms without a local physical presence.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/e-commerce-law-protection-for-the-consumers</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a24bc547af0f73356942199</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eaf890_3c86bfdb403941a78136af61e726bcf3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Nur Faiqah Nadhra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Vision to Vehicle: Structuring Single Family Offices in Malaysia’s Forest City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Details the structuring of Single-Family Offices (SFO) in Malaysia’s Forest City SFZ. Eligible SFO vehicles (SFOV) can enjoy up to 100% income tax exemption for 20 years. To qualify, SFOVs must manage at least RM30 million in assets initially, spend RM500,000 locally annually, and hire at least two full-time Malaysian tax residents. The deadline for certification is Dec 31, 2034.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/from-vision-to-vehicle-structuring-single-family-offices-in-malaysia-s-forest-city</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a24bbc7723e0825bac80bb2</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 May 2025 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eaf890_3a6d00b8c1fe4d5eb7a0d81ae8eae8e5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Nur Adila Omar</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Power of Proximity: How Johor and Singapore Are Redefining Regional Growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recontextualizes the JS-SEZ as a redefined regional growth model. It explains the "hub-and-spoke" approach where Singapore anchors innovation while Johor provides cost-effective scale. Key incentives like the Premium Visa Programme (PVIP) for long-term residency and tax exemptions for knowledge workers are highlighted as drivers for AI, aerospace, and medical tech investments.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/the-power-of-proximity-how-johor-and-singapore-are-redefining-regional-growth</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a24bb637af0f7335694201a</guid><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eaf890_1fbbb6538f1b4925b6cd97181a156e24~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Muhammad Akhlil Ridza</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Limited Liability Partnerships (Amendment) Act 2024: Advancing Transparency and Governance in Malaysia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Covers the Limited Liability Partnerships (Amendment) Act 2024, introducing mandatory Beneficial Ownership disclosure for LLPs. It establishes a default 30-day compliance timeframe, permits electronic communications with the Registrar, and increases penalties for non-compliance. Phase 3 (Dec 2025) will introduce corporate rescue mechanisms like voluntary arrangements for LLPs.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/the-limited-liability-partnerships-amendment-act-2024-advancing-transparency-and-governance-in-ma</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2367bc7af0f7335692053b</guid><pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eaf890_0f46713c980b4dcd80b2741db392ef37~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Nur Shazleen Natasha</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big Data, Bigger Possibilities: The Game-changing Impact Of Malaysia’s Data Sharing Act 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Analyzes Malaysia’s Data Sharing Act 2025, which aims to eliminate inter-agency barriers for seamless public sector data exchange. It defines "public sector agency" and "data" broadly, establishes structured request processes, and imposes strict penalties for misuse (up to RM1 million fine or 5 years imprisonment). The Act is positioned as a bedrock for Malaysia's AI-centric goals and digital transformation.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/big-data-bigger-possibilities-the-game-changing-impact-of-malaysia-s-data-sharing-act-2025</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2366d0f64e529b409dd11d</guid><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eaf890_6ed5f8da08be46c7b22fff73177412e1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Siti Norafiqah Hassanor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What You Need to Know as a Mega Electricity User]]></title><description><![CDATA[Focuses on the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act 2024 (EECA), effective Jan 2025. Businesses consuming 21,600+ gigajoules annually must appoint a registered Energy Manager and Auditor. The article also notes Malaysia's plan to introduce a carbon tax by 2026, initially targeting energy-intensive industries like iron and steel to align with global ESG standards.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/what-you-need-to-know-as-a-mega-electricity-user</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2365e07af0f73356920295</guid><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eaf890_c0838c52976a4a8895a147beff5e7cd1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Miw Zhong Heng</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Companies (Amendment) Act 2024: Applicability of Judicial Management to Public Listed Companies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discusses the Companies (Amendment) Act 2024 and its extension of Judicial Management (JM) to Public Listed Companies (PLCs). Previously barred, PLCs (excluding those regulated by BNM/SC like banks or insurance firms) can now seek JM as a corporate rescue mechanism to rehabilitate and avoid liquidation, as seen in the landmark Sarawak Cable Berhad case.]]></description><link>https://www.ridzalaw.com.my/post/the-companies-amendment-act-2024-applicability-of-judicial-management-to-public-listed-companies</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a23649f1f44c606b3783f17</guid><pubDate>Tue, 31 Dec 2024 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eaf890_4c855002a99f4b2e9b1cc7ff9c112b39~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Thariq Abdullah</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>