Monday, 1 June, 2026
Malaysia Draws a Digital Line: No Social Media for Under-16s
By TechShots Studio
Malaysia will ban children under 16 from having social media accounts, aiming to strengthen online safety and protect minors from harmful content, cyberbullying, and privacy risks. The new rules place greater responsibility on social media platforms to verify users’ ages and prevent underage access, reflecting a growing global push for stricter protections for young internet users.
Read full story at The Hindu