KUCHING (Nov 2): Malaysia should emulate China in regulating social media influencers by requiring them to be professionally qualified before offering any form of advice, said social activist Voon Shiak Ni. She said as digital influence increasingly shapes real-world decisions, ensuring the accuracy of online content has become a national responsibility. Enforcing professional standards for [...]
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