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One Month Left: Under-16 Social Media Users Race To Back Up Data Before Accounts Get Suspended
Malaysia’s new code to ban kids under 16 years old from social media came into effect on 1 June 2026.
Protect Kids, Not Harvest Data: Industry Groups Push Back Against Age Verification
Stakeholders warn rigid ID-based checks could expose millions of Malaysians to data risks, urging a smarter, risk-based approach instead.
Stop Blaming Social Media For YOUR Problems—You’re Just Doing It WRONG!
Remember when people flexed about not being online? Like, “Oh, I don’t even check my phone” or “I’m…
How A TikTok Insider Sees The Ban And The Bigger Tech Rivalries
The former staff weighs in on security, tech rivalries, and creators’ futures.
Instagram Overhauls Profile Grid: Squares Out, Rectangles In
Looks like Instagram’s gone from thinking inside the box to thinking inside the rectangle.
TikTok And WeChat Secure Social Media Licences, But X And YouTube Still Hold Out
Malaysia’s licensing law aims to hold platforms accountable for online harm, but not all platforms are playing ball—yet.
Vietnam Tightens Its Digital Grip: What Decree 147 Means for Internet Freedom
New internet laws in Vietnam force tech giants to verify users and hand over data, raising fears of censorship and oppression.
Eight Social Media Giants To Obtain Licences Under New Malaysian Law
The platforms meet the threshold of at least eight million users in the country but are not being singled out.
Government Pushes For Age Verification, Licensing Of Social Media Platforms By 2025
Social media operators must comply with stricter age rules, or face penalties from the government.
OPINION: Cybersecurity in Social Media: Emerging Threats and Protective Measures
To mitigate cybersecurity threats, social media platforms, businesses, and users must adopt comprehensive cybersecurity strategies.
