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Malaysia detects over 1,800 fraudulent social media accounts amplifying sensitive 3R narratives

Malaysia's authorities have uncovered more than 1,800 fraudulent social media accounts, many deliberately weaponised to amplify divisive content around race, religion, and royalty—highlighting growing concerns about coordinated disinformation.

By Rajesh Kumar · 9 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

Johor voters warned of deepfakes and fake social media accounts as digital sabotage emerges in state election

Malaysia's Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has cautioned Johor voters against digital manipulation tactics, alerting them to fraudulent social media accounts impersonating candidates and spreading false information during the state election.

By Rajesh Kumar · 2 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia detects over 1,800 fraudulent social media accounts amplifying sensitive 3R narratives

Johor voters warned of deepfakes and fake social media accounts as digital sabotage emerges in state election

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