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Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil today urged all social media platform providers in the country to put disclosures for AI-generated content on their platforms. This is to avoid any unwanted incidents from happening.

Telegram has recently released an update with a number of new features. These include the Telegram Browser, a mini-application store, the ability to give 'Stars' to contacts and so on. So, what should you know about it?

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil today revealed that the 1st version of the code of conduct for social media platforms will be enforced starting 1 January 2025. He added that engagement sessions with all social media platform stakeholders will be held soon to create the code of conduct.

A malicious campaign targeting Android devices worldwide is using thousands of Telegram bots to spread malware that steals SMS and 2FA passwords (OTPs) on more than 600 services. According to a Zimperium research report, it has been tracking the operation since February 2022 and found at least 107000 different malware samples linked to the campaign.

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has revealed that Meta’s social media platforms lead other platforms in complying with Malaysian laws. On the flip side, X (formerly Twitter) is the worst offender.

Deputy Minister of Communications Teo Nie Ching in Parliament today revealed that the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has blocked 549 porn sites and 69 prostitution websites from January to 1 June this year. She also revealed that MCMC had collaborated with social media operators to remove similar items on the latter’s platforms.

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.

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.

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.

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.