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    Protecting journalists vital to uphold press freedom

    CYBERBULLYING of journalists is concerning and highlights the need for robust investigations and measures to ensure their safety and freedom. In democratic societies, threats and harassment against journalists undermine press freedom and the public’s right to information. It’s crucial for authorities to take such matters seriously and take appropriate action to protect journalists and uphold…

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    High time for new laws to better protect victims, say experts

    PETALING JAYA: There is a dire need for a new comprehensive legislative framework on cyberbullying to safeguard Internet users, especially the young and vulnerable, say lawyers and criminologists. They said although there are laws that address online harassment, these fall short of addressing cyberbullying in the ever- evolving social media landscape. Former judge and ex-commissioner…

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    Stern steps and advanced tech vital in fighting scams

    PETALING JAYA: Amendments to the criminal laws to tackle mule accounts will ensure those who knowingly allow their bank accounts to be used for criminal activities face legal repercussions, say cybersecurity experts. Cyber security specialist Fong Choong Fook said it is time to implement stricter actions against those who are aware of the illicit activities…

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    Theft prompts security review

    PETALING JAYA: A recent embezzlement case involving bank staff in Kota Kinabalu has sparked calls for tighter security measures in financial institutions. Universiti Sains Malaysia criminologist Datuk Dr P. Sundramoorthy (pix) said the recent case that saw over a dozen arrested was both concerning and a wake-up call. “Although the number of wrongdoings and criminal acts…

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    Scammers reel in elderly victims with freebies

    PETALING JAYA: More scammers are targeting the elderly for their life savings, using freebies and small amounts of money as bait. Social activist Kuan Chee Heng, also known as Uncle Kentang, reported an increase in the number of elderly individuals defrauded of their savings. “Many who fall for scams are greedy for money, especially smaller…

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    Seniors a prime target for scams

    M’sians aged 60 and above have lost ‘half a billion’ ringgit to scams since 2021 KUALA LUMPUR: The number of scam victims among senior citizens has been on the rise in recent years. Malaysians aged above 60 are prime targets for scammers given most of them are retirees with decades worth of savings and wealth….