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Malaysia’s proposed under-16 social media restriction is increasingly viewed as a necessary response to rising online risks for children. Photo: Edited via Canva

A teenager holds a mobile phone displaying a message from social media platform Instagram after the account was locked for age verification in Sydney on December 9, 2025. (Photo by AFP)

Critics of age-based bans warn that they may be technically challenging to enforce, could push teenagers toward virtual private networks (VPNs) or less-regulated platforms, and raise new privacy concerns due to the need to collect and store sensitive identity data. - Photo illustrated via Canva

Malaysia’s plan to ban social media for children under 16 in 2026 reflects a broader global trend. Photo: Canva

Parents will be able to set quiet hours, turn off voice mode, block image generation, disable memory, and opt out of model training. (Photo by SEBASTIEN BOZON / AFP)

A man holds a sign with images of US President Donald Trump and former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro that reads "Enemies of the people" during a demonstration calling to tax the super-rich and demanding the end of the six-day workweek. Photo by Miguel Schincariol/AFP FIL EPIX

Fahmi pointed out that companies earning billions in advertising revenue must take responsibility for the content published and shared on their platforms. - Bernama photo

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil speaks at a press conference following the Launch of the Ethical Guidelines for Reporting and Sharing Suicide-Related Content at Menara Star today. Photo by Bernama

Parents need to educate children about the dangers of excessive internet use. Inset: Noor Aziah

Mohd Na’im said agencies under the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) would continue to strengthen efforts and community awareness programmes to ensure that the public is more vigilant in using social media and always maintain social etiquette and respect the limit of religious sensitivity. - Bernama file photo