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Telegram to Share Users’ Phone Numbers and IP Addresses with Authorities on Request
In response to legal orders, Telegram will reveal users’ phone numbers and IP addresses, according to its updated privacy policy.
South Korea Seeks Collaboration from Social Media Platforms to Combat Digital Sexual Exploitation
The steps follow public and political outrage after reports of sexually explicit deepfake images and videos of South Korean women in domestic media.
Telegram Founder Pavel Durov’s Detention in Paris Extended Amid Legal Controversies
French authorities extend the detention of Telegram founder Pavel Durov following his arrest over alleged offences related to the messaging app.
Fahmi Fadzil Demands Greater Accountability From Telegram And WhatsApp To Prevent Criminal Misconduct
The Communications Minister stated that WhatsApp has been misused for sexual grooming, while Telegram has been involved in scams, pornography, and drug trafficking.
Telegram’s Cybercriminal Activity Jumps 53% In 2024, Says Kaspersky
The cybersecurity and anti-virus company said the growing interest in Telegram from the cybercriminal community is mainly due to the messenger being very popular in general.
MCMC Acts Against Pornographic Content On Social Media Platforms
From 1 January until 1 June 2024, MCMC blocked 549 pornographic websites and 69 prostitution-related websites.
MCMC Issues Reminder Kids Below 13 Not Allowed To Have Social Media Accounts
The commission stated that it was not appropriate for children under 13 to use any social media.
MCMC Removed 1,454 Sensitive ‘3R’ Content From Social Media As Of March 2024
Most of them were on Facebook, followed by TikTok, and X (formerly known as Twitter).
Telegram Cooperating Well With Malaysian Government In Supervising Platform
Comms Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the platform is taking down content or channels related to scams, gambling, and copyright infringement.
Telegram Expresses Willingness To Cooperate With MCMC For Regulatory Issues
Fahmi Fadzil, the Minister of Communications, stated that the platform has plans to grow its operation in Malaysia.