Telegram, Tencent begin licensing process to operate in Malaysia - MCMC
Service providers Telegram and Tencent (WeChat) have initiated the process of obtaining the required licence for operating their platforms in Malaysia, said MCMC
Thu Dec 26 2024
Immediate reform needed in social media regulations to protect children - Syerleena
The government's move to licence social media services to overcome various problems on the Internet, including digital predation on children is apt, said Bukit Bendera MP
Thu Dec 26 2024
Madani govt stays committed to protecting child safety - Fahmi
The Communications Minister urged online platform providers to be more proactive in blocking immoral and illegal activities.
Tue Dec 24 2024
Rare tigresses earn social media fame as stars of Thailand zoo
Rare golden tigresses with cream coats and wide eyes in a northern Thailand zoo have become internet sensations, drawing massive crowds.
Tue Dec 24 2024
Consider This: Teens, Tech & Trust (Part 2) — Building Digital Resilience
In Malaysia, 75% of teenagers use social media daily—but with this constant connection comes a growing number of risks. A new report by the think tank SERI titled ‘Teens, Tech, and Trust’ reveals that fewer than half of Malaysian teens feel safe online— with cyberbullying, scams, and hacking being everyday realities. Meanwhile, questions are being raised about whether schools, parents, and even social media platforms are doing enough to protect our young digital citizens. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Dr Benjamin Loh, senior lecturer at Taylor’s University School of Media and Communication and director of the Impact Lab for Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions.
Mon Dec 23 2024
Consider This: Teens, Tech & Trust (Part 1) — Building Digital Resilience
In Malaysia, 75% of teenagers use social media daily—but with this constant connection comes a growing number of risks. A new report by the think tank SERI titled ‘Teens, Tech, and Trust’ reveals that fewer than half of Malaysian teens feel safe online— with cyberbullying, scams, and hacking being everyday realities. Meanwhile, questions are being raised about whether schools, parents, and even social media platforms are doing enough to protect our young digital citizens. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Vyshnavi Charrlotte, Researcher at the Social & Economic Research Initiative (SERI).
Mon Dec 23 2024
Beyond checking a box: How a social license can help communities benefit from data reuse and AI
The original excitement about the influence of AI on developed countries is shifting toward how AI might influence developing nations.
Sat Dec 21 2024
MCMC publishes code of conduct (Best Practice) for Internet messaging and social media service providers
MCMC says the Code of Conduct (Best Practice) aims to ensure service providers uphold online safety and security.
Sat Dec 21 2024
What happens next for TikTok after Supreme Court agrees to review potential US ban?
Here is what will likely happen next for TikTok.
Fri Dec 20 2024
AWANI Tonight: Govt assessing France, Australia’s social media laws for kids
The government is assessing social media laws for children in Australia and France before deciding on the possibility to implement similar laws in Malaysia.
Thu Dec 19 2024
Practice of ‘sharenting’ opens space for online crimes involving children - Fahmi
Parents who overshare their children's school info risk becoming targets for misuse by irresponsible parties, says Fahmi Fadzil.
Tue Dec 17 2024
TikTok turns to US Supreme Court in last-ditch bid to avert ban
8TikTok and ByteDance files an emergency request to the US Supreme Court for an injunction to halt the looming ban on the social media app.
Tue Dec 17 2024
Britain sets first codes of practice for tech firms in online safety regime
Ofcom publishes its first codes of practice on tackling illegal harms such as child sexual abuse and assisting or encouraging suicide.
Mon Dec 16 2024
Pantau Agenda Reformasi: Kertas putih remaja, teknologi dan kepercayaan
Ikuti ulasan Penganalisis Politik & Media Sosial, Fakulti Komunikasi & Pengajian Media UiTM Shah Alam, Prof. Madya Dr. Sara Chinnasamy mengenai Kertas Putih Teens, Tech and Trust: Navigating Social Media in Malaysia yang dilancarkan oleh Inisiatif Penyelidikan Sosial dan Ekonomi (SERI).
Mon Dec 16 2024
Continuous rain expected in five states until tomorrow - MetMalaysia
MetMalaysia urges the public to stay informed by checking its official website, the myCuaca mobile app or its social media channels.
Thu Dec 12 2024