No revival of fake news law amid crackdown


PUTRAJAYA: While the Anti-Fake News Act will not be revived, the government has ordered an immediate crackdown to stop those who are in the habit of putting up fake postings on social media, says Hanipa Maidin.

The Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department said this came following the Covid-19 outbreak, which saw people making various claims that had caused public fear and concern.

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