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The Star
15 hours ago
- Politics
- The Star
Over 82,000 immoral social media content removed at MCMC's request since 2022
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 82,076 pieces of immoral content on social media were taken down by platform providers between Jan 1, 2022, and July 1 this year at the request of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC). The ministry, in a written reply to Muhammad Ismi Mat Taib (PN-Parit), posted on the Parliament's website, stated that the removed content violated the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (Act 588) as well as other existing laws. Other actions taken include the blocking of the Facebook page named Grup Budak-Budak Sekolah Rendah, which was found to contain elements that violated Section 233 of Act 588, including child sexual abuse material (CSAM). In response to Muhammad Ismi's question on the existence of immoral service offerings on social media apps, the ministry explained that those actions were part of joint anti-vice enforcement operations under Ops Pedo and Ops Noda, aimed at curbing the spread of inappropriate content on digital and social media platforms. The ministry clarified that content removals are subject to the assessment and discretion of social media platforms, based on their respective community guidelines and the application of relevant local laws. "In addition to social media filtering, the government, through MCMC, has also implemented blocks and restrictions on applications offering immoral services on platforms such as Google Play and Apple Store," the reply stated. However, the ministry noted that control over content on such platforms remains under the policies of their respective providers, which are foreign-owned and operated outside Malaysia. From Jan 1, 2022, to July 1, 2025, social media platforms also removed 37,845 instances of false information and 7,846 posts linked to the sensitive 3R issues (race, religion, and royalty) upon MCMC's request. In a separate response to Chong Zhemin (PH-Kampar), the ministry said these actions included the takedown of politically driven troll accounts that manipulated information to provoke racial and religious tensions. "All takedown actions are executed in accordance with existing legislation, regardless of an individual's political affiliation or beliefs, to ensure that freedom of expression is not abused," the ministry said. The ministry also confirmed that MCMC works closely with the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) in enforcing Act 588 and related laws. "Action may be taken against any individual under Section 233 of Act 588 for misusing applications or social media services to create and disseminate false or offensive content, with the intent to annoy, harass or harm others," it added. – Bernama
Barnama
15 hours ago
- Politics
- Barnama
Over 82,000 Immoral Social Media Content Removed At MCMC's Request Since 2022
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14 (Bernama) -- A total of 82,076 pieces of immoral content on social media were taken down by platform providers between Jan 1, 2022, and July 1 this year following requests by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC). The Ministry of Communications, in a written reply to Muhammad Ismi Mat Taib (PN-Parit) posted on the Parliament's website, said the removed content violated the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (Act 588) as well as other existing laws. Other actions taken include the blocking of the Facebook page named Grup Budak-Budak Sekolah Rendah, which was found to contain elements that violated Section 233 of Act 588, including child sexual abuse material (CSAM). In response to Muhammad Ismi's question on the existence of immoral service offerings on social media apps, the ministry explained that those actions were part of joint anti-vice enforcement operations under Ops Pedo and Ops Noda, aimed at curbing the spread of inappropriate content on digital and social media platforms. The ministry clarified that content removals are subject to the assessment and discretion of social media platforms, based on their respective community guidelines and the application of relevant local laws. 'In addition to social media filtering, the government, through MCMC, has also implemented blocks and restrictions on applications offering immoral services on platforms such as Google Play and Apple Store,' the reply stated. However, the ministry noted that control over content on such platforms remains under the policies of their respective providers, which are foreign-owned and operated outside Malaysia. From Jan 1, 2022, to July 1, 2025, social media platforms also removed 37,845 instances of false information and 7,846 posts linked to the sensitive 3R issues (race, religion, and royalty) upon MCMC's request. In a separate response to Chong Zhemin (PH–Kampar), the ministry said these actions included the takedown of politically driven troll accounts that manipulated information to provoke racial and religious tensions.
The Sun
16 hours ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Over 82,000 immoral social media posts removed by MCMC since 2022
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 82,076 pieces of immoral content on social media were removed by platform providers between January 2022 and July 2025 following requests by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC). The Ministry of Communications confirmed the removals in a written parliamentary reply to Muhammad Ismi Mat Taib (PN-Parit). The deleted content violated the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 and other existing laws. Among the blocked platforms was the Facebook page Grup Budak-Budak Sekolah Rendah, which contained child sexual abuse material. The ministry stated that these actions were part of joint enforcement operations, Ops Pedo and Ops Noda, targeting inappropriate digital content. Content removals depend on platform assessments based on community guidelines and local laws. The government also restricted apps offering immoral services on Google Play and Apple Store. However, control over such platforms remains with foreign providers operating outside Malaysia. During the same period, 37,845 instances of false information and 7,846 posts on sensitive 3R issues were removed. Politically motivated troll accounts spreading racial and religious tensions were also taken down. The ministry emphasised that enforcement applies regardless of political affiliation to prevent abuse of free speech. MCMC collaborates with the Royal Malaysia Police to enforce laws against harmful online content. Section 233 of the Communications Act penalises misuse of social media to spread false or offensive material. - Bernama
The Star
24-06-2025
- The Star
MCMC and police to boost child safety online
PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) have reiterated their joint commitment to combat the crime of online child sexual exploitation through continuous enforcement and community awareness education. They said in a joint statement yesterday that a total of 1,501 offensive posts involving children were identified between January and June 15, with 94% of them successfully taken down as a result of cooperation with digital platform providers and following public complaints. They added that through special operations, such as Ops Pedo, a total of 13 individuals were arrested and more than 40,000 child sexual abuse material (CSAM) seized from several states, Bernama reported. According to the statement, the dissemination, storage or commercialisation of child sexual exploitation content is an offence under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (Act 588), which provides for a fine of up to RM1mil, five years' imprisonment or both. At the same time, the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017 provides for legal action to be taken against any party who produces, disseminates, buys, sells, shares or possesses such related materials. As a preventive measure, the MCMC has also intensified its Safe Internet Campaign (KIS), which targets students, parents and the community, including an emphasis on the prohibition on the use of social media accounts by children aged below 13. The MCMC and PDRM urged all parties, including parents, educators and internet users, to cooperate in efforts to curb this crime. Any suspicious activity can be reported via email to aduanskmm@ the portal or the nearest police station.
