Age restrictions not silver bullet for online safety


FOR many children, the digital world is not a luxury. In Malaysia, 94% of children aged 12 to 17 use the Internet – and nearly all go online daily. It is where they learn, play, express themselves, seek help and take part in society.

That is why the debate about online safety must start with a simple principle: Children should not have to choose between being safe and being able to learn, connect, participate and thrive online.

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