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Terms of Service

Welcome to Malaysia News Network. These Terms of Service govern your use of our news website and services. Please read them carefully before accessing or using our platform.

Last updated: December 15, 2024

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Malaysia News Network website ("Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Malaysia News Network, operated from our headquarters in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Our Service includes our website, mobile applications, and related services.

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Such modifications will be effective immediately upon posting on this page. Your continued use of the Service after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

2. Service Description

Malaysia News Network provides comprehensive news coverage, analysis, and commentary on Malaysian and international events. Our services include:

  • Breaking news and current affairs coverage
  • In-depth political and economic analysis
  • Sports, entertainment, and lifestyle content
  • Opinion pieces and editorial content
  • Live streaming of news events and interviews
  • Newsletter subscriptions and push notifications
  • Social media integration and sharing capabilities

We strive to maintain high journalistic standards and provide accurate, timely, and unbiased news coverage to our readers across Malaysia and internationally.

3. User Accounts and Registration

While you can browse our content without registration, certain features require you to create an account. When you register, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information
  • Maintain and promptly update your account information
  • Maintain the security of your password and account
  • Accept all risks of unauthorized access to your account
  • Promptly notify us of any unauthorized use of your account

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms or are suspected of fraudulent activity. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

4. User Conduct and Responsibilities

When using our Service, you agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. You are prohibited from:

Prohibited Activities

  • Posting or transmitting illegal, harmful, or offensive content
  • Interfering with or disrupting the Service or servers
  • Attempting to access restricted areas of the Service
  • Using automated systems to access the Service
  • Impersonating other individuals or entities
  • Violating any applicable laws or regulations

Acceptable Use

  • Sharing our content with proper attribution
  • Engaging in respectful discussions and comments
  • Using our Service for personal, non-commercial purposes
  • Respecting intellectual property rights
  • Following community guidelines and standards
  • Reporting technical issues or inappropriate content

5. Content and Intellectual Property

All content on Malaysia News Network, including but not limited to text, graphics, images, videos, logos, and software, is the property of Malaysia News Network or our content partners and is protected by Malaysian and international copyright laws.

Content Usage Guidelines

Academic Use: Cite our content with proper attribution for educational purposes
Commercial Use: Republish or distribute our content for commercial purposes without permission
Modification: Alter, modify, or create derivative works from our content

For commercial licensing of our content, please contact our partnerships team. We offer various licensing options for media organizations, businesses, and educational institutions seeking to use our news content.

User-generated content, including comments and user submissions, remains the property of the respective users. By submitting content to our Service, you grant Malaysia News Network a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, modify, and distribute such content for editorial and promotional purposes.

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and disclosure of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Information We Collect

  • Basic Information: Name, email address, and contact preferences
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on articles, and interaction patterns
  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
  • Location Data: General geographic location (city/region level)

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. You can manage your preferences and opt-out of certain communications through your account settings or by contacting our privacy team.

7. Advertising and Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain advertising from third parties. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third-party advertisements or websites. Any interactions you have with advertisers are solely between you and the advertiser.

Advertisement Guidelines

  • Ads are clearly marked and separated from editorial content
  • We maintain editorial independence from advertising content
  • Third-party ads may use cookies and tracking technologies
  • Clicking on ads may redirect to external websites

External Links

  • Our articles may link to external sources and references
  • We do not endorse or guarantee external content
  • Users access external links at their own risk
  • External sites have separate privacy policies

8. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date news coverage, Malaysia News Network makes no representations or warranties about the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information on our Service.

Important Disclaimers

  • Information is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind
  • We are not liable for any damages arising from use of our Service
  • News content may change or become outdated without notice
  • External sources and third-party information are not verified by us

In no event shall Malaysia News Network, its officers, directors, employees, or agents be liable to you or any third party for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, punitive, or consequential damages whatsoever resulting from your use of the Service.

This limitation of liability applies regardless of the legal theory upon which the claim is based, including but not limited to breach of contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal or equitable theory.

9. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach these Terms.

Termination Scenarios

By Us:
  • Violation of these Terms
  • Fraudulent or illegal activities
  • Technical or security issues
  • Service discontinuation
By You:
  • Account deletion request
  • Discontinuation of Service use
  • Privacy or security concerns
  • No longer requiring our services

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately. All provisions that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of Malaysia. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Malaysia.

Legal Framework

  • Primary Jurisdiction: Federal Court of Malaysia and High Court of Malaya
  • Applicable Laws: Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Act 1998
  • Dispute Resolution: Mediation before litigation where possible
  • International Users: Subject to Malaysian law regardless of location

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a competent court, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by:

  • Posting an updated version on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
  • Sending email notifications to registered users for significant changes
  • Displaying prominent notices on our website homepage
  • Updating our mobile application notifications where applicable

Your continued use of the Service after the effective date of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms. If you do not agree to the modified Terms, you must discontinue use of our Service.

Types of Changes

Minor Updates

Clarity improvements, minor policy clarifications, and technical updates

Significant Changes

New features, privacy policy modifications, service availability changes

Critical Updates

Major legal changes, service discontinuation, security policy updates

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us through the following channels:

General Inquiries

22 Jalan Perak
Kuala Lumpur 50450
Malaysia

Office Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Emergency news tips and urgent legal matters are handled 24/7.

Alternative Contact Methods

Media Relations

Press releases and media inquiries

press@malaysia-news-network.com
Technical Support

Website issues and user support

support@malaysia-news-network.com
Legal Department

Legal notices and compliance matters

legal@malaysia-news-network.com

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