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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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Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period

Apad confirms inDrive licence revoked effective July 24, but company can appeal

Russian-based company can file appeal through the agency for the Transport Ministry's consideration

Schools may close if air quality worsens, five areas hit unhealthy levels: DOE

The department said the areas recorded unhealthy API readings, warns of RM1mil fine for open burning offenders