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Social media age verification not meant to ban children from online spaces: MP

Aimed at protecting minors from harmful content and sexual exploitation, they do not stop children from educational content and digital learning resources

Social media age verification first of more measures to protect children: Fahmi

Communications Minister reminds social media platforms to abide by country’s laws if they want to operate here

Under-16 social media users given one month before action taken as ONSA measures launch today

As new measures begin today, Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission says age verification under the Online Safety Act will also be carried out by platforms for existing users over a period of up to six months

Experts call for balance in under-16 social media ban proposal 

Digital literacy, parental involvement are must-haves alongside minimum age requirement so that minors still benefit from positive and educational aspects of online spaces

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[WATCH] Robust US trade links critical to sustaining Malaysian jobs: Tengku Zafrul

Malaysia risks losing thousands of jobs if it fails to come to a trade agreement with the the United States following the latter’s new tariff regime, said Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz while stressing that execution, credibility and real economic spillovers are key to sustaining investor confidence

Roslin Hashim embarks on three-year mission to boost Egyptian badminton ahead of 2028 Olympics

Former national player aims to boost Egypt’s badminton standards, with a focus on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games

Marhamah’s appointment sparks debate, uncle Badrulamin hits back

He insists donation funds were audited, denies New Age links, urges fairness in judgment