News & Reviews: TELEGRAM
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Apr 03, 2024
If you are running a business, you might have heard of WhatsApp Business. However, did you know that Telegram has also introduced a similar feature? This is what you should know about it.
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Mar 10, 2024
Previously, we shared how Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil met with Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov to discuss issues involving the platform. Now, Fahmi has given an update on the matter, revealing that Telegram is providing good cooperation in supervising the platform against illegal content.
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Mar 03, 2024
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil today revealed that Telegram has expressed its willingness to work with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to streamline the regulatory aspects of the platform. These include combating scams and online gambling activities.
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Feb 04, 2024
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has revealed that he will hold meetings with TikTok after Chinese New Year to discuss the issue of children’s safety online. Furthermore, his Ministry alongside the de-facto Law Ministry and Digital Ministry is also planning to implement a technical committee involving the matter as well as other online security issues.
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Jul 21, 2023
Previously, we reported that Telegram would be rolling out a ‘Stories’ feature on the platform in early July and while the company is a bit late, the feature is now here. There’s a catch though, as currently, it is only available in full for Premium users of the app.
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Jun 27, 2023
Today, Pavel Durov, Telegram CEO announced that the Telegram app will have Stories. Prior to this, Telegram was actually against it but as one of the most requested features by Telegram users, it will be launched soon in the Telegram way.
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Jun 20, 2023
Yesterday, Telegram finally met up with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and the Ministry of Communications and Digital. In conclusion, it was reported that Telegram will be working closely with the Malaysian government as well as the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) to tackle cybercrime.
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Jun 18, 2023
Previously, we reported that the Malaysian Communication and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is weighing its options with Telegram, including blocking the platform. This is after the platform refused to meet with the commission as well as the Ministry of Communications and Digital (KKD) regarding issues of spreading pornography, hate groups, scams and others.
Well, It seems that the disagreement may resolve soon as the former has finally agreed to meet with MCMC and KKD. As reported by Malaysiakini, the meeting was confirmed by KKD Minister Fahmi Fadzil after being queried by the press.
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Jun 07, 2023
In the ongoing drama, it was reported that the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is deciding what to do after Telegram won't cooperate or respond. According to the COO, Zulkarnain Mohd Yasin, MCMC may have to block the social messaging platform.
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Jun 04, 2023
In March, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) started scrutinising Telegram over the contents being spread on the platform. It has since responded that it didn't want to "participate in political censorship". Now, the ministry could be ready to drop the hammer.
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