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Johor Election Campaign Begins with 172 Candidates Confirmed
PoliticsSCMPdanaschannel-news-asia+1malay-mail2mo ago4 sources

Johor Election Campaign Begins with 172 Candidates Confirmed

The Johor election campaign has officially begun, with 172 candidates confirmed after nominations closed. Federal allies are clashing in key contests, and a Malaysian task force is preparing for potential border travel disruptions on polling day, July 11.

Police Investigate Insulting Post Targeting Selangor Sultan
Culturemalay-mail4mo ago

Police Investigate Insulting Post Targeting Selangor Sultan

Police have launched an investigation into a viral social media post allegedly insulting the Selangor Sultan, with the account holder reportedly identified. The Selangor Royal Council and state excos have condemned the post and called for stern action.

Malaysia blocks Grindr, Blued amid rising LGBTQ restrictions
PoliticsSCMP6mo ago

Malaysia blocks Grindr, Blued amid rising LGBTQ restrictions

Malaysia has blocked access to LGBTQ networking and dating sites Grindr and Blued, with authorities reviewing legal measures to curb their apps in the Muslim-majority nation. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), the country’s internet regulator, is “examining several legislative measures to curb these applications”, the communications ministry said in a written parliamentary reply on Tuesday. The commission may also engage with Google and Apple, it said. Google and...

Court Sets Hearing Dates in High-Profile Cases
Politicsmalay-mailmyjoyonline1mo ago2 sources

Court Sets Hearing Dates in High-Profile Cases

A court has set a July 9 hearing for a fresh twist in the Abu Trica case concerning an extradition stay. Separately, the High Court has scheduled an October 12 showdown as MCMC addresses Papagomo over censorship discussions.

Malaysia Explores Agentic AI to Combat Harmful Online Content
Politicsmalay-mail2mo ago

Malaysia Explores Agentic AI to Combat Harmful Online Content

Malaysian Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil stated that Putrajaya is investigating the use of agentic AI to address the overwhelming volume of harmful online content. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) currently faces a workload equivalent to 19.7 years.

Deadly Protests Erupt in Kenya Over Soaring Fuel Prices
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Deadly Protests Erupt in Kenya Over Soaring Fuel Prices

Nationwide protests have erupted across Kenya in response to record-high fuel prices, leading to violent clashes, dozens of injuries, and at least four deaths, prompting authorities to review fuel prices.

Social Media Scrutiny and Restrictions for Under-16s Considered Globally
Politicsorfmalay-mail27d ago2 sources

Social Media Scrutiny and Restrictions for Under-16s Considered Globally

The US is considering expanding social media screening for visa applicants, while Malaysia's MCMC aims to restrict social media access for under-16s to ensure greater platform accountability. These initiatives reflect a growing global trend towards increased scrutiny and regulation of social media use.

MCMC Investigates Alleged 3R Post Involving Negeri Sembilan Ruler
Politicsmalay-mail1mo ago

MCMC Investigates Alleged 3R Post Involving Negeri Sembilan Ruler

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has called in an individual to assist with an investigation into an alleged 3R (race, religion, royalty) post concerning the Negeri Sembilan Ruler. This action comes as MCMC also activated a center to monitor telecommunications issues during the Negeri Sembilan polls.

Preparations and Buzz Ahead of the World Cup
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Preparations and Buzz Ahead of the World Cup

As the World Cup approaches, teams are playing warm-up matches, and host cities are preparing for the economic impact. Discussions also include the expanded 48-team format for future tournaments and various related news.

Malaysia Demands TikTok Action Over Offensive AI Royal Content
PoliticsSCMPstraits-timesmalay-mail3mo ago3 sources

Malaysia Demands TikTok Action Over Offensive AI Royal Content

Malaysian authorities have issued a statutory demand to TikTok, seeking an explanation for its failure to block AI-generated content deemed offensive to the country's king and royal family. This action follows reports of a fake account using AI to insult the monarch.

EU Criticizes Meta Over Child Safety on Social Platforms
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EU Criticizes Meta Over Child Safety on Social Platforms

The European Union has criticized Meta for failing to adequately protect children on its Facebook and Instagram platforms. Several countries, including Iceland, are working to implement related EU regulations to address these child safety concerns.

Malaysian man jailed for 10 months, fined US$12,700 over Facebook post insulting Islam
WorldSCMP5mo ago

Malaysian man jailed for 10 months, fined US$12,700 over Facebook post insulting Islam

The administrator of a Facebook account has been jailed 10 months and fined 50,000 ringgit (US$12,700) by the Sessions Court in Miri, Sarawak, over a post deemed insulting to Islam. The Malaysian Comm­unications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) said John Mule anak Alai, 48, was convicted under Section 233(1)(a) of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for improper use of network facilities. “MCMC takes seriously any form of misuse of digital platforms that insults religion, incites hatre...