Round-the-clock breaking news from Malaysia.
YouTube has appealed a landmark Los Angeles court verdict that found the platform's design features substantially contributed to a young woman's social media addiction and mental health deterioration, following Meta's similar appeal filing.
The Malaysian Army has rebutted viral allegations of rape involving one of its personnel, asserting that its internal investigation findings contradict the claims circulating on social media platforms.
Australia's online safety regulator has documented a sharp rise in sexual extortion cases targeting young men and boys, identifying critical vulnerabilities in how major social media platforms respond to such crimes.
A 23-year-old man in southwestern China has been detained and banned from social media after illegally skydiving from a residential building to boost his online following, prompting authorities to warn of strict penalties.
The European Commission has launched formal proceedings against Meta, alleging that Instagram and Facebook employ deliberately addictive design features that harm young users. Potential fines could reach €12 billion if the company fails to comply.
The Selangor State Education Department has vowed complete cooperation in investigating a bullying incident at a Rawang secondary school that sparked widespread discussion online, with assurances that no perpetrator will escape accountability.
Malaysia's Election Commission has announced plans to examine cases of voters photographing and sharing their marked ballots on social media platforms, signalling a tougher stance on post-election conduct.
The European Commission has charged Meta with breaching digital rules, targeting Instagram and Facebook's addictive design features including autoplay and infinite scroll. The company faces potential fines of up to 6% of annual turnover if it fails to modify its platforms.
A Sessions court has imposed an RM11,000 fine on political activist Jufazli Shi Ahmad for posting offensive content targeting former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri on TikTok, with the judge warning of potential imprisonment upon future conviction.
Malaysia's Social Welfare Department has issued a formal warning against publishing children's identities on digital platforms, emphasizing legal consequences and child protection under the Child Act 2001.
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.
Social media personality Marissa Dania has rejected claims that she is sidelining her mother Abby Abadi in favour of her father Norman Hakim and stepmother Memey Suhaiza, calling for public caution in assessing the situation.
Kuala Lumpur police have appealed to the public to refrain from resharing an old complaint about the Subuh azan allegedly disturbing residents' sleep in Sungai Buloh, warning the matter has been misrepresented on social media.
Malaysian police have urged citizens to refrain from spreading a resurfaced controversy involving complaints about the dawn azan disrupting residents' sleep in Sungai Buloh, cautioning against further social media amplification.
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Police in Tawau have arrested 10 teenage boys in connection with a viral social media video showing the alleged assault of four schoolchildren, sparking widespread public outcry over youth violence.
Singaporean actress Eswari Gunasagar has publicly denounced the creation and sharing of AI-generated intimate images of herself, while calling out what she describes as troubling public apathy towards digital violations.
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.
TikTok has settled a landmark case brought by a Florida teenager claiming the platform's design features caused severe mental health problems including anxiety and depression. The agreement leaves Meta and Snapchat defending against similar allegations.
TikTok has agreed in principle to settle a lawsuit filed by a Florida teenager who alleged the platform's addictive design harmed his mental health. The settlement marks another milestone in a sweeping wave of litigation challenging social media companies over youth addiction and safety.
TikTok has agreed to settle a lawsuit filed by a minor claiming the platform harmed his mental health, marking another legal victory for plaintiffs challenging social media's effects on young users.
Two boys aged 11 and 12 were given conditional warnings after breaking into an MRT train's restricted back cabin on Singapore's North-South Line in February, triggering an alarm and drawing hundreds of thousands of views online.
The US House has approved a children's online safety bill requiring age verification and parental controls, though Senate Republicans push for tougher 'duty of care' standards that would hold tech firms legally liable for harmful content.
TikTok and YouTube have deactivated 4.7 million accounts belonging to children under 16 in Indonesia following new government restrictions aimed at protecting young users from cyberbullying and addiction.
A University of Newcastle study reveals Australia's landmark social media age restrictions for under-16s have had minimal impact so far, with over 85% of teens continuing to access platforms through various workarounds.
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Popular social media influencer Chegubard has entered a not guilty plea to sedition charges stemming from a controversial online post about Negeri Sembilan's royal family, marking a significant case involving digital content and institutional sensitivity.
Police have initiated a formal inquiry into remarks made by former Umno veteran Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi on social media, following 153 reports lodged nationwide in a single day.
Malaysia's Communications Ministry has implemented mandatory age-verification systems for social media platforms, requiring users to be at least 16 years old. The measure, part of the new Online Safety Act 2025, aims to shield children from online harms.
The European Commission is preparing preliminary findings against Meta, alleging its platforms use addictive design techniques targeting children. The move intensifies global scrutiny of social media's impact on youth mental health and safety.
YouTube has settled a lawsuit brought by a Florida teenager claiming the platform harmed his mental health. The confidential settlement comes as over 5,900 related cases proceed against major social media companies across US courts.
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The Royal Malaysia Police has initiated a disciplinary probe into an officer whose actions attracted significant attention in China. Inspector-General Tan Sri Razarudin Husain underscored that every personnel must uphold the force's standards and reputation.
Johor's Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim has criticised populist politicians who prioritise social media theatrics over governance, in remarks widely seen as directed at Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman.
Johor authorities have opened a criminal investigation following the circulation of footage depicting an assault on a woman at a Gelang Patah food establishment. The incident was captured and shared widely across social networks.
Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris has publicly denied involvement in a viral social media poster promoting registration of new Muslims, stating it was distributed without official channels or administrative approval.
Kelantan's Crown Prince Tengku Muhammad Fakhry Petra met Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil to address escalating fake account problems on social media, particularly disinformation targeting the Malaysian Royal Institution.
Britain will ban social media platforms including TikTok, Instagram and YouTube for children under 16, with enforcement targeting platforms rather than individual users. Age verification rules will be finalised by summer.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will announce a ban on social media use for under-16s on Monday, alongside measures restricting older teenagers and regulating chatbots, before departing for a G7 summit in France.
Florida's attorney general has filed a lawsuit against TikTok, claiming the platform violates state law by permitting underage account creation and exposing children to inappropriate material.