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Malaysia's Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission is enforcing restrictions on social media access for users under 16, requiring major platforms to implement age verification systems and strengthen safety measures.
TikTok has agreed to resolve three lawsuits filed by teenagers alleging the platform's addictive design damaged their mental health. The confidential settlements come as thousands of similar cases proceed against major social media companies.
Australia's online safety regulator has filed a Federal Court lawsuit against Telegram, alleging the messaging platform failed to remove terrorist content despite user reports, including videos from the Christchurch and Buffalo mass shootings.
Malaysia's International Regulatory Conference 2026 concluded with calls for agile governance and stronger platform accountability. Over 500 global regulators and policymakers debated digital safety, data protection, and emerging technologies.
Malaysia's Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching has stressed that technological advancement must be balanced with accountability and public trust. Speaking at the International Regulatory Conference, she highlighted the need for collaborative governance involving regulators, platforms, and communities.