But what if we could prevent potentially dangerous drivers from driving in the first place? This, it seems, is also how the government is starting to think about artificial intelligence (AI) tools. This is directly related to the Malaysian government’s push to regulate who can use social media, including proposals requiring platforms to verify users using government-issued IDs. Please note this is not quite the same as requiring drivers to hold licences before they’re allowed on the road. Yes, it’s right that we can punish the Ferrari driver and, if necessary, take away his ability to drive.

Source: The Star January 18, 2026 14:33 UTC