Malaysia requires TikTok to remove defamatory content about the king

Malaysia’s Communications and Multimedia Commission has directed TikTok to enhance its content moderation policies following the circulation of “grossly offensive” materials related to the monarchy. The commission mandated immediate action after finding TikTok’s previous responses inadequate, particularly concerning AI-generated videos and manipulated images. Malaysia’s laws penalize speech that incites hatred against the royal family, reflecting ongoing efforts to regulate social media platforms in the country.

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