In today's digital age, social media platforms operate under intense scrutiny, balancing between preventing misinformation and preserving free speech. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's recent comments have sparked further debate about the influence of government pressures on content moderation decisions.
In an ambitious move to tackle the growing menace of cybercrimes in the country, Malaysia is set to implement a new regulatory framework requiring social media and instant messaging platforms to obtain licenses beginning January 1, 2025. Enforced by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia
In a surprising policy shift, the government has announced the cancellation of proposed changes to social housing allocation, initially introduced by the prior Conservative administration. Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook condemned the proposals as "deeply flawed," asserting that the true
The new Labour government in the UK has arrived amid high expectations and skepticism, particularly concerning its approach to the long-standing crisis in social care. The sector, already burdened by underfunding and policy inconsistencies, has faced further challenges with the recent decisions to
The New Zealand Government has rolled out tough new measures targeting the welfare benefit system, particularly focusing on individuals who fail to meet their designated obligations. Social Development Minister Louise Upston recently announced a series of changes aimed at compelling beneficiaries
Recent developments have demonstrated an unprecedented surge in the use of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) in response to government attempts to restrict access to social media platforms. Venezuela's recent ten-day ban on X, formerly known as Twitter, stands out as a significant move by the
