News
Malaysia Seizes $12.1 Million in AI Chips
Malaysian customs officers intercepted 30 server units packed with advanced AI chips valued at approximately RM49.5 million, or around $12.1 million, at Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The shipment was falsely declared as ordinary electronics and was bound for re-export to another Asian country. The case is linked to a suspected smuggling syndicate, with at least five cases now tied to the group. Authorities have announced the seizure on October 28, 2026.