Disinformation crisis of online platforms at a tipping point, says PM


SAN FRANCISCO: Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim urged big tech companies here to do more to fight the spread of online disinformation on their platforms, describing the phenomenon as crisis that has reached a tipping point.

“They are tasked with implementing policies that counter misinformation and disinformation while upholding the right to free speech,” he said during a special lecture at the University of California here on Nov 14, according to Bernama.

Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Nation

Thunderstorms and heavy rain to hit Sarawak, Sabah and Labuan
Anwar warns unfair Europe of alternative partners
Dr Wee: Align curricula with 310,000 green jobs target
Experts: Nuclear energy in M’sia requires a national ecosystem
Onn Hafiz:�Young voters are a crucial voting bloc
Unwrapping the dumpling
Beating the odds to become top scorers
Impact of the Bersatu purge
BN banking on track record
39 hotspots under scrutiny amid Johor polls

Others Also Read