Are we a 'peeping Tom nation', prominent newsmen ask after Fahmi's threat to monitor chats
The communications minister is again reminded of the people's right to criticise the government.
Umno trio turn target of PH cytros for criticising Anwar over BlackRock
Social media accounts under various names take turns condemning the Umno leaders for their reservations about the deal involving the controversial US firm.
'Stinks of despotism', says group as Putrajaya mulls social media licensing in latest clampdown on online dissent
Rights lawyers say it is Pakatan Harapan's ultimate betrayal of its reform promises after benefiting from social media's freedom for so long.
Blockout campaign targets local celebrities on Palestine as politicians given notice, too
The social media campaign that started in the US targets influencers and celebrities accused of directly or indirectly undermining the Palestinian struggle.
One down, one up: TikTok influencer keeps up the fight against censorship
Na'im Brundage has become accustomed to losing his TikTok accounts, along with his large pool of subscribers.
Netizens roast PKR's Johari for telling Malaysians to ditch rice for tapioca
Ex: The Dewan Rakyat speaker reaps a barrage of criticism and jokes for his remarks, many telling him to lead by example and switch to tapioca.
Netizens pan Rafizi after clip deriding those not registered in Padu
Comments flood the economy minister's social media platforms on his handling of criticism over the government database.
Video clips critical of govt still blocked, accounts deleted
There has been an uptick in restrictions of TikTok clips critical of government policies under Anwar Ibrahim's administration.
Does PM agree with arrest of auxiliary cop for insulting him, ask lawyers
Lawyers for Liberty reminds Anwar Ibrahim of Pakatan Harapan’s pledge while in the opposition to do away with provisions under the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Netizens fry Anwar for 'poor performance' at dialogue with influential US think tank
A barrage of comments on social media platforms criticise the prime minister for losing focus and talking about himself.
Volunteer policewoman nabbed for insulting comment on FB
The case is being investigated under Section 504 of the Penal Code, Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 and Section 14 of the Minor Offences Act 1955.
Meta's new AI assistant trained on public Facebook and Instagram posts
It excluded private posts shared only with family and friends 'in an effort to respect consumers' privacy'.