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Singapore's newly established Online Safety Commission has ordered removal of a TikTok post falsely connecting a fitness instructor to a former minister's resignation, highlighting the agency's rapid response capabilities in tackling online misinformation.
Google has suspended its new AI image-generation feature in Google Earth just days after launch, citing misuse concerns. The tool sparked alarm among disinformation researchers and verification experts who warned it could undermine trust in satellite imagery globally.
A Sepang Sessions Court has ordered blogger Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris, known as Papagomo, to mount a defence against charges of spreading false information on social media regarding alleged PKR parliamentary defections.
Delhi Police has refuted widespread social media claims that Jantar Mantar has been shut to protesters, confirming the landmark remains designated for peaceful demonstrations under Supreme Court guidelines.
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The Election Commission has postponed the early vote count for Negeri Sembilan's state election to Saturday at 5pm, while dismissing false social media claims about preliminary results. Over 91% of early voters participated.
Pakatan Harapan's communications director insists the outcome of Saturday's Negeri Sembilan state election depends entirely on voters, not opinion polls or political analysts.
Emperor Entertainment Group has issued a formal warning against online rumours surrounding the death of veteran Hong Kong actor Patrick Tse, 89, who passed away on July 16. The agency reserved the right to pursue legal action.
Malaysia's Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has called on Negeri Sembilan voters to verify online information through mainstream media channels during the state election campaign, as authorities tackle a growing wave of misinformation and recycled content.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has defended his administration against what he characterises as false accusations, while campaigning for the ruling coalition in Negeri Sembilan's state elections.
Negri Sembilan's Menteri Besar has called on voters to disregard unsubstantiated social media claims during the state election, particularly rumours of a coalition between BN and PAS. He emphasised the importance of media literacy amid the campaign.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on all political parties to abandon slanderous tactics during the Negeri Sembilan state election campaign, drawing on his own experiences of being targeted by false allegations.
Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh has rejected false claims about DBKL's workforce diversity circulating on social media, providing verified employment figures and pledging to improve hiring transparency.
A Chinese content creator has been imprisoned for fabricating damaging claims about Xiaomi's electric vehicle, reflecting Beijing's intensifying crackdown on automotive industry misinformation.
President Trump has renewed previously debunked claims regarding the 2020 election, asserting that China obtained millions of voter records and suggesting Venezuela could interfere with American voting systems.
UN Under-Secretary-General Melissa Fleming has urged young people to champion information integrity through responsible social media use, while calling on governments and tech companies to regulate digital platforms and curb misinformation.
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission documented 29 complaints of false information, inflammatory speech and fraudulent content circulating during the Johor state election, highlighting persistent challenges in election integrity.
Malaysia's Communications Ministry has reaffirmed that Sebenarnya.my operates as an impartial fact-checking platform rooted in official sources, rejecting suggestions it functions as a government mouthpiece.
South Korea has enacted tougher laws against fake news, imposing heavy financial penalties on large publishers spreading misinformation. Critics warn the vague definition and enforcement mechanisms could stifle press freedom.
PKR Pahang has firmly rejected an online report alleging that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim faced hostile reactions during FELDA's 70th anniversary celebration in Jengka, with the party's information chief describing the narrative as distorted and irresponsible.
Malaysia's Department of Environment has firmly denied creating or endorsing a viral infographic ranking state cleanliness levels, urging the public to verify information through official channels only.
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has urged social media platforms to take stronger action against false information during the Johor state election, particularly on polling day, warning that unverified results could mislead voters.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has issued a denial regarding claims that identify a man in a viral social media post as one of its officers, addressing widespread speculation online.
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia has firmly rejected viral social media claims alleging a 5:1 ratio of international to local students. Official data shows international undergraduates comprise just 8% of the institution's 46,151-strong student body.
Malaysia's Communications Minister has alerted Johor voters to be vigilant against digital manipulation, including fake social media accounts impersonating candidates and coordinated misinformation campaigns during the ongoing state election.
Malaysia's Communications Minister has urged political parties to conduct campaigning based on facts rather than slander during the Johor state election, with authorities ready to take legal action against violations.