Govt Wants Parents To Stop Kids Under 16 From Using Messaging Apps
The move aims to protect minors from cyberbullying and inappropriate content.
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Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has urged parents to stop children under 16 from using WhatsApp and Telegram
According to Bernama, the move is intended to protect minors from cyberbullying and inappropriate content.
Fahmi also emphasised that parents should monitor their children when they're on messaging and communication apps.
The minister said the move aims to reduce the risk of children being exposed to inappropriate content and cyberbullying
Fahmi previously stressed that WhatsApp and its parent company, Meta, should take responsibility for tackling cyberbullying on their platforms.
He added that there have been several cases where students were added to WhatsApp groups where they were subjected to cyberbullying.
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is currently looking into the matter, particularly the misuse of communication applications.
The government previously highlighted that those under 16 are restricted from opening social media accounts, but several platforms have yet to fully implement the rule
In light of this, parents are urged to play their part in monitoring their children's digital activities.
