Border Security & Tech: PDRM says it will expand AI and drone use to strengthen patrols and surveillance along Malaysia’s land and maritime borders, aiming to curb smuggling and cross-border crime more efficiently. Digital Economy & Trust: Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil pushes responsible AI and stronger cybersecurity as U Mobile launches an enterprise innovation platform hub. Innovation Ecosystems: Putrajaya’s KL20 Summit goes multi-city—Penang (Sept 24), Johor (Sept 29) and Kuala Lumpur (Nov 5)—with new focus areas including creative/digital economy and digital gaming. Public Safety: JBPM warns falling trees have killed 50 and injured 243 since 2021, urging regular tree safety audits; it also steps up forest-fire readiness ahead of Super El Nino. Social Protection: PERKESO reports LINDUNG 24 Jam claims more than tripled in July, with RM3.45m paid. State Watch: Negeri Sembilan’s new exco line-up is set to be sworn in tomorrow after BN and PN formed the government. Tourism & Heritage: Penang’s education department investigates alleged AI-linked sexual harassment and cyberbullying of a student; ATAP urges a safety plan for UNESCO heritage buildings after a beam collapse injured tourists. Economy Signals: DOSM says Malaysia’s services producer price index rose 2.9% in 2Q 2026, led by hospitality and transport.