Event Brief
Malaysia under-16 social media ban starts June 1
Filed: May 22, 2026 at 8:02 AM ET
Summary: Malaysia requires social networks to use age verification starting June 1.
WHO: Malaysia
WHAT: Social networks must implement age verification methods for users under 16.
WHEN: May 22, 2026 at 6:55 AM ET
WHERE: Malaysia
WHY: The age verification requirement is scheduled to take effect on June 1.
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