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Rajah & Tann Asia

Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT)

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Malaysia

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Our Technology, Media & Telecommunications and Data Protection practice is one of the most established and respected practices in its field in the Asia Pacific region. With clients ranging from state governments and statutory boards to multinational corporations in the telecommunications, computer hardware and software sectors, we have been involved in many of the largest and most complex IT and telecommunications projects in recent years.

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Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) - Malaysia

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Christopher & Lee Ong houses a pre-eminent team of lawyers in Kuala Lumpur for TMT work. It is regularly instructed by leading international corporates, as well as domestic industry associations and mobile operators. The firm advises on a diverse range of matters, including data protection, cybersecurity, blockchain, fintech and IT contracts. It additionally has expertise in regulatory issues in the media space. The team advises a range of clients from such sectors as banking, telecommunications and insurance, and leverages the Rajah & Tann regional network to advise on cross-border issues.

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Work Highlights

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  • Christopher & Lee Ong advised a licensed digital bank in relation to the drafting and provision of legal advice on a host-to-host collaboration contract with a licensed capital markets intermediary.

Strengths

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  • Because of Christopher & Lee Ong's experience and in-depth knowledge, they are able to quickly assess and provide a fast turnaround on complex matters.

    Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) respondentAsia-Pacific

  • CLO has seasoned legal professionals with extensive experience in the area of data protection.

    Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Deepak Pillai
    Deepak Pillai

    Deepak Pillai

    Deepak Pillai is a pre-eminent lawyer for technology matters in Malaysia, with strong expertise in data protection and cybersecurity matters. He is also skilled at navigating clients around IT contracts and fintech regulations.

    • Deepak is an expert on data protection matters.

      Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) respondentAsia-Pacific

    • He is very knowledgeable and easy to communicate with.

      Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) respondentAsia-Pacific
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  • Intan Haryati Mohd Zulkifli
    Intan Haryati Mohd Zulkifli

    Intan Haryati Mohd Zulkifli

    Intan Haryati Mohd Zulkifli has a robust practice in the TMT space in Malaysia, with particular strength in data regulatory and cloud matters. She frequently advises clients on IT outsourcing contracts.

    • He provides fast responses, is easy to communicate with, and is a knowledgeable person.

      Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) respondentAsia-Pacific
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  • Yew Chen Kuok
    Yew Chen Kuok

    Yew Chen Kuok

    Kuok Yew Chen has a strong TMT practice and is particularly active on regulatory matters for telecommunications clients in the Malaysian market. He is also noted for his expertise in the technology space.
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