Malaysia to ban social media for under-16s starting next year

Malaysia will ban social media for users under 16 starting next year, reflecting a global trend to limit children’s digital access for safety reasons. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil highlighted the need to protect youth from online threats like cyberbullying and financial scams. This move follows similar actions in Australia and various European countries that are implementing age verification measures. Malaysia has increased scrutiny of social media companies to address harmful content and ensure compliance with new regulations.