Business, markets and economy news from Malaysia.
Indonesia's Communications and Digital Minister Meutya Hafid announced that TikTok and YouTube have deactivated approximately 4.7 million accounts belonging to children under 16 as part of the government's efforts to curb social media risks.
Malaysia's Education Ministry will partner with the Human Rights Commission to launch comprehensive advocacy programmes on child protection laws across all schools, addressing bullying and sexual harassment concerns.
Malaysia's Communications Minister has warned social media companies that non-compliance with age-verification requirements under the Online Safety Act 2025 will result in fines up to RM10 million, escalating enforcement of digital safety standards.
Kuala Lumpur police have arrested a father accused of repeatedly sexually abusing his teenage daughter over a five-year period. The crimes came to light when the victim's pregnancy was discovered, prompting intervention by authorities.
European leaders are signalling growing consensus for restricting children's social media access, with Ireland's incoming EU presidency positioning the bloc to develop coordinated protections following moves by the UK and Australia.
Malaysia is expanding its Sexual Offences Against Children Act to prosecute offenders who commit abuse abroad. The amendment covers crimes by Malaysian citizens and permanent residents, as well as offences against Malaysian children internationally.
A retired man has been convicted and fined RM25,000 after admitting to five counts of molesting his stepdaughter in various locations over a five-month span beginning in August.
A man was arrested in Setiu on Saturday for allegedly committing sexual offences against his 15-year-old biological daughter. Police are continuing their investigation into the matter.
A Malaysian paediatrician practising in Perth, Australia, faces 33 child sex charges following a police investigation involving nine alleged child victims. The case raises concerns about overseas professional conduct and international accountability.
The United Nations has condemned the Gaza ceasefire as a 'deadly illusion', citing 265 child deaths recorded since fighting formally ceased over eight months ago, raising urgent humanitarian concerns.
A 67-year-old pensioner in Muar has been handed a 33-year prison sentence and 14 strokes of the cane after admitting to raping and sexually assaulting his two granddaughters in separate incidents.
A 35-year-old man in Mie Prefecture, Japan has been arrested for allegedly confining his partner's five-year-old daughter inside a garbage can. The incident occurred in May, with the man claiming the act was a form of discipline.
The United Arab Emirates has become the first Arab country to ban social media use for children under 15, mandating platforms disable such accounts or face blocking. The move follows similar restrictions in Australia and Britain.
A US appeals court has upheld Ohio's law requiring social media companies to obtain parental consent before allowing children under 16 to use their platforms, rejecting industry arguments that it violates free speech protections.
A 4-year-old child's death in Johor Baru has been classified as murder by police, leading to murder charges against the victim's stepmother in court proceedings.