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How to protect against AI fraud – Derek Fernandez

Thoughtful measures to counter deepfakes and fraudulent content

SC warns public about investment scams using deepfakes

Scammers use AI to create deepfake videos featuring public figures, making investment opportunities look credible

Be wary of AI-generated deepfakes: Fahmi

Citing a scam featuring Siti Nurhaliza, the comms minister said AI can be easily misused for nefarious purposes

EU cracks down on social media giants: TikTok, Facebook under fire for AI election threats

In a major move to protect election integrity, the European Union wielded its newly enacted digital law to address potential threats posed by AI, including deepfakes, on popular platforms such as TikTok and Facebook.

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Worrying number of youth spending 18 hours on social media daily: MCMC 

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has drawn attention to the substantial number of young individuals who spend extended periods online, expressing concerns about harmful aspects of specific social media platforms. 

Penang’s shores in peril: a deadly mix of climate change and coastal development”

Rising sea levels, erratic weather, and unchecked development are driving coastal erosion to alarming new heights in Penang, threatening both nature and livelihoods.

What does AGC say about withdrawing police reports? – Hafiz Hassan 

According to its e-Participation Policy portal, complainant may submit an application so no action taken on lodged report but decision lies with public prosecutor