Friday, 15 December, 2023

Meta and TikTok Report Surge in Malaysian Government Requests for Content Remova

A substantial increase in government requests for content removal was reported by Meta and TikTok in Malaysia for the year 2023. This surge raises questions about the balance between content regulation and freedom of expression, emphasizing the evolving challenges faced by tech platforms in navigating global content moderation policies and local government expectations. The piece provides insights into the dynamics shaping this content removal landscape.