RTM has improved the RTMKlik app to protect World Cup 2026 livestream from non Malaysians

RTM has now announced that they have strengthened its digital security infrastructure to protect broadcasting rights and investments in the country's creative industry. This announcement came after the viral incident of foreigners or non-Malaysians using the RTMKlik link to watch the World Cup for free.

VPN lock is a challenge for RTM to solve

For your information, it is not stated at this time whether RTM has completely restricted the use of VPNs to access the service or not. RTM, through a broadcast, stated that they have strengthened the security of RTMKLIK through multi-layered geolocation control.

To recap, RTM is ready to provide free broadcasts of the World Cup for users in Malaysia, through the RTMKLIK streaming service. This broadcast is intended and provided for Malaysian users, but there are several users from abroad who also access it through the use of a virtual private network (VPN).

Moreover, this step is said to be in line with complying with the licensing conditions and broadcasting rights set. RTM also stated that they will continue to ensure that RTMKLIK remains stable and provides an optimal viewing experience.

RTM is taking the right step, but it could be better

Personally, we feel RTM is doing the right thing for everyone in Malaysia. However, we also feel that RTM could be better at securing the link and broadcast from being breached by outsiders. It would also help if RTM could be transparent with everyone on how the broadcast station does it. What are your thoughts on the news? Feel free to leave your comments below.

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