Malaysia weighs full ban on Israel‑based navigation app Waze

Malaysia is considering a complete ban on the navigation application Waze, which is owned by an Israeli company.

The move follows a recent decision by the Malaysian government to prohibit civil servants from using Waze for official duties, citing concerns over the app’s links to Israel and potential national security risks.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim confirmed that the possibility of a total prohibition is under review, adding that the government is assessing the implications for both public sector operations and broader cybersecurity.

Waze, widely used for real‑time traffic directions, has become a point of scrutiny as Malaysia evaluates its digital tools in light of foreign ownership considerations.

Source: Al Jazeera. Photo: Brett Jordan / Pexels.