Malaysia’s internet regulator is investigating a woman over a social media post that falsely claimed the communications minister had announced a shutdown of TikTok in the country, using Buletin TV3’s logo and visuals.
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) confirmed that the woman was questioned at the Kerian police station. Her mobile phone and SIM card were also seized as part of the investigation.
MCMC said initial checks revealed that the post was doctored, and that the minister had never made such an announcement.
Media Prima Bhd, the parent company of TV3, also filed a police report and issued a statement denying any connection to the post. The company described the misuse of its logo and branding as a deliberate attempt to mislead the public.
