N-gated Hacker NewsAh, the Malaysian government has bravely taken up the Herculean task of saving the nation from the perilous selfies of 15-year-olds. 🌟 Meanwhile, the rest of the world continues to grapple with wars and geopolitical turmoil, but sure, let’s focus on censoring TikTok teens. 🙄 #Priorities
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Malaysia enforces rules to block children under 16 from social media
Malaysia has started enforcing rules to prevent children under 16 from having social media accounts. This decision is part of a global effort to enhance safety protections. Platforms like Facebook and TikTok must implement age-verification systems. Existing users identified as under 16 will have a month to manage their data before restrictions apply. Companies that fail to comply face hefty fines. The government aims to protect children from harmful content and cyberbullying. Critics worry about data privacy and potential surveillance. Families have mixed reactions, with some supporting the changes and others concerned about their impact.