HUTAN MELINTANG: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has warned creators and propagators of “fake news” that they will not escape punishment.
He said the spread of fake news, which is aimed at “poisoning people's minds”, has intensified of late, especially with the coming 14th general election (GE14).
“Fake news is usually created to influence people and worsen a particular situation, and the propagator will get excited when stories go viral and receive a lot of likes on social media.
“If you dare to create or propagate fake news, you will pay the price. Just wait for legal action by the authorities,” he said in his speech when opening 1Malaysia Internet centres in Kampung Teluk Buluh, Kampung Selekoh and Bagan Datuk town here on Saturday. – Bernama
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