KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 28 (Bernama) — The Malaysia Competition Commission (MyCC) will strengthen protection and provide rewards to whistleblowers who provide information on cartel activities or bid-rigging practices, following amendments to the Competition Act 2010 (Act 712) and the Competition Commission Act 2010 (Act 713). MyCC chief executive officer Datuk Iskandar Ismail said stronger protection was crucial as cartel activities typically occurred secretly and behind the scenes, requiring the cooperation of whistleblowers connected to companies or consumers. “Previously, protection did exist, but it was insufficient. Now we are further enhancing the protection in addition to providing rewards. “There were complainants […]