### Malaysia Tightens Social Media Oversight with New Licensing Law
Malaysia recently announced a comprehensive licensing law aimed at tightening oversight of social media platforms, reflecting heightened concerns over harmful online content. This regulatory move emerges as authorities more closely monitor social media’s role in shaping public discourse and its…
Youth Integration in Digital Governance at the IGF 2024
As digital landscapes continue to shape governance, the integration of youth participation becomes increasingly essential. At the upcoming IGF 2024 (Internet Governance Forum), discussions will focus on strategies that promote youth engagement in digital governance. With the world shifting toward…
IGF 2024: Addressing Infrastructure, Literacy, and Fair Digital Access
The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2024 recently gathered stakeholders from various sectors to discuss critical issues surrounding digital access, literacy, and infrastructure. As the world increasingly relies on digital platforms, the significance of equitable access and educational initiatives cannot be…
Top Diplomat Warns of Serious Fallout if US Fails to Back UN Cybercrime Treaty
The United States is facing a critical decision regarding its support for a contentious UN cybercrime treaty aimed at establishing the first global legal framework for cybersecurity. Although this treaty, which received unanimous approval from the UN’s Ad Hoc Committee…
X Briefly Accessible in Brazil Despite Court-Ordered Ban
In an unexpected turn of events, social media platform X, previously known as Twitter and owned by Elon Musk, became briefly accessible again in Brazil, even after the Supreme Court mandated its shutdown. This situation arose following a contentious dispute…
