Malaysia Enforces Social Media Ban for Users Under 16

Exam-focused facts from the 2 June 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

Malaysia has enforced rules barring children under 16 from owning social media accounts.
The regulations apply to social media platforms with at least 8 million users, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
Companies failing to comply with the age-verification requirements could face penalties of up to 10 million ringgit ($2.5 million).
The rules are enforced by the Malaysia Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC).
Other nations that have introduced or announced similar age-based restrictions include Australia, Brazil, and Indonesia.