The regulations also require "stronger content governance" on social media. Failure to comply could result in financial penalties for the companies of up to 10 million Malaysian ringgit ($2.5 million).

Malaysia will require major social media platforms to verify users' ages and bar children under 16 from registering accounts under new online safety rules that took effect on…

Malaysia has begun enforcing its ban on children under 16 having social media accounts. It's part of a global push to enhance online safety for young users.

Malaysia has begun enforcing new rules. Children under 16 are now banned from social media accounts. Platforms must implement age verification. This move aims to protect young…