Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad acknowledged that the Internet and social media platforms play a vital role in promoting openness and inclusivity but also warned that they are increasingly being abused. “The rule of thumb is simple – what is illegal offline is almost always illegal online,” he said. “Freedom of speech is not a license to abuse, it is a responsibility. Facebook Malaysia country manager Nicole Tan said the company will introduce We Think Digital to Malaysians this year, a digital literacy programme designed to help users think critically and share thoughtfully online. Facebook Malaysia first began operating locally in May 2016.

Source: The Star May 28, 2019 09:31 UTC