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Malay Mail
13-07-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
‘AI generated' labelling could become law by end 2025, communications minister says to curb scams, defamation and deepfakes
KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 — The government is considering making it a requirement to label artificial intelligence (AI)-generated content as 'AI generated' under the Online Safety Act 2024, which is expected to come into force by the end of this year. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the move is crucial to address the misuse of AI, especially on social media platforms for purposes such as scams, defamation and identity impersonation. 'We may consider this requirement, for example, under the Online Safety Act, which is expected to come into effect, Insya-Allah, by the end of this year. 'We also believe platforms must be proactive in labelling AI-generated content as such,' he said at a press conference after attending the Institute of Public Relations Malaysia's (IPRM) programme YOU & AI: MEET@BANGSAR here today. Also present were Communications Ministry Deputy Secretary-General (Strategic Communications and Creative Industry) Nik Kamaruzaman Nik Husin, Tun Abdul Razak Broadcasting and Information Institute (IPPTAR) director Roslan Ariffin, and IPRM president Jaffri Amin. Fahmi noted that several social media platforms have already begun voluntarily labelling AI-generated content, and that such initiatives could be expanded regionally through cooperation among Asean countries. A man carries an AI-generated image of former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump carrying cats away from Haitian immigrants, a reference to falsehoods spread about Springfield, Ohio, during a campaign rally for Trump at the Tucson Music Hall in Tucson, Arizona, September 12, 2024 — AFP pic On concerns over the spread of fake videos and images generated by AI, he said there are currently no globally satisfactory regulatory guidelines in place. However, he added that active discussions are ongoing, including at the level of the United Nations (UN) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). 'I recently attended the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Switzerland. Indeed, at both the UN and ITU levels, there is ongoing debate over who should be responsible for AI regulation. 'Certainly, at the national level, Parliament and ministries such as the Ministry of Digital must lead. But we also recognise that every ministry has a role in assessing and evaluating AI use within its scope,' he said. Earlier, in his speech, Fahmi stressed that AI cannot fully replace human roles. He also urged the younger generation, especially Gen Alpha, to understand the benefits, challenges, and limitations of AI, given that they are growing up in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence. — Bernama
Borneo Post
26-06-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Heavier role shouldered by journalists in AI-era, says expert
Roslan delivers his remarks prior to presenting the certificates to the participants. KUCHING (June 26): Journalists in this era of artificial intelligence (AI) shoulder a heavier responsibility than those before them. This was highlighted during a course conducted by Tun Abdul Razak Broadcast and Information Institute (IPPTAR) at Harbour View Hotel here yesterday. Organised by the institute's Creative Industry Cluster under the Communications Ministry, the session on 'AI-Driven Journalism on Social Media: A New Era of Storytelling' was conducted by Irin Putri Azmi, a media and communications professional with over 20 years' experience covering journalism, scriptwriting, directing, hosting, and content-creation. 'When it comes to AI, we adapt, and we embrace. 'It is inevitable, not only in journalism, but in most areas as well,' she said in her presentation for the participants, who represented major multi-platform media and communications organisations in the state. Adding on, Irin Putri said AI should be imagined as 'a very smart intern, but one that must be given specific instructions'. 'With the AI being a very smart intern, the onus on us to give the right instruction to generate the desired outcome,' she said. Coordinated by Kalaivani Krisnan from the IPPTAR, the one-day session was segmented into six modules: 'The Changing Face of Journalism', 'AI Tools in Journalists', 'Storytelling With AI', 'Social Media Platforms and Algorithms', 'Ethics, Bias and Responsibility', and 'The Future of Journalism'. On the course's subject, Irin Azmi said social media journalism had its beginning in 2004 wih the advent of platforms like Facebook and YouTube, and later, Instagram and TikTok. AI began to go mainstream in 2016, she added. Citing data from Thomson Reuters Foundation Insights Report 2025, she said 81 per cent of journalists were already using AI. 'ChatGPT is the most widely used tool. 'In terms of (media) employees' attitudes to AI integration, however, 22.6 per cent are actively encouraging towards it, and 24.4 per cent are cautiously supportive; 47.6 per cent are neutral; 4.8 per cent oppose it; and 0.5 per cent, ban it. 'In addition, only 13 per cent have official AI policy in the workplace,' she pointed out. In this matter, Irin Putri acknowledged the concerns regarding AI such as misinformation, ethical issues, erosion of trust, the speed-versus-accuracy dilemma, and also the fear of AI taking over human jobs. Nevertheless, she said it was undeniable that a good social media content strategy could significantly enhance a news' reach on social media. 'The usage of AI tools can really help boost content's coverage, optimising the presentation of texts, images, audio and video so as to catch viewers' attention. 'Super, super important is the 'hook' to catch viewership in the first three seconds, leading to the viewers to go to the site to know more,' she said. Meanwhile, in his speech later, IPPTAR director Roslan Ariffin said the course was a realisation of the proposal by Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil to instill better usage of and respect for utilisation of AI in media. 'We hope that with the sharing-session by the expert, it would help the participants in facilitating the transition of AI into their assignments. 'But more importantly, it is important to base the usage of AI on the highest level of ethics and awareness, especially in view of so many unfortunate incidents involving AI in journalism. 'In this regard, the IPPTAR has just conducted a special forum involving the local media practitioners, with the objective of addressing issues of ethics in AI. 'The surest thing is that we cannot run away from AI; we have to embrace it,' he pointed out. Apart from the presentation by Irin Putri, the course also included hands-on sessions where the participants made text and audio-visual news prompts for publication on social media using various AI tools. Also present yesterday was Zulazhar Sheblee, the deputy president of Kuching Division Journalists Association (KDJA), the strategic partner of this programme. AI IPPTAR journalism lead
The Sun
24-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Online Safety Act 2024 enforcement pending MCMC guidelines
KUALA LUMPUR: The Online Safety Act 2024 will come into effect only after the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) completes all 10 regulatory guidelines, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil announced today. Speaking at the Tun Abdul Razak Broadcasting and Information Institute (IPPTAR) open day, Fahmi explained that five guidelines are ready, while the remaining five require further engagement with industry stakeholders. 'We have yet to enforce the Act because MCMC needs to develop 10 regulations. So far, five are ready, and five more are still in progress,' he said. The Act, passed by Parliament in December 2023, aims to enhance online safety by tackling defamatory content, fraud, and threats to public order. Fahmi also urged the Malaysian Media Council (MMM) to contribute to drafting guidelines for AI use in broadcasting. 'I believe the council has a role to play in these discussions,' he said, emphasising the need for balanced AI regulation in media. Additionally, he encouraged IPPTAR to expand its training programmes to the public, suggesting collaborations with MyCreative Ventures to boost accessibility.
Barnama
24-06-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Online Safety Act 2024 To Be Enforced Once Guidelines Are Finalised
KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- The Online Safety Act 2024 will be enforced once all 10 regulatory guidelines developed by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) are finalised, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. 'We have yet to enforce the Act because MCMC needs to develop 10 regulations. So far, five are ready, and five more are still in progress. 'Some of them require engagement with industry stakeholders, so we need a bit more time to finalise all these guidelines,' he told reporters after officiating the Tun Abdul Razak Broadcasting and Information Institute (IPPTAR) open day today. Also present were Communications Ministry secretary-general Datuk Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa, IPPTAR director Roslan Ariffin, and Broadcasting Department director-general Datuk Suhaimi Sulaiman. The Act, which was passed by Parliament in December last year, is aimed at strengthening online safety as well as addressing the spread of defamatory content, fraud and threats to public order. Fahmi also called on the Malaysian Media Council (MMM) to play an active role in developing guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the broadcasting sector. 'I believe the council has a role to play in these discussions. By involving MMM, the industry and the government, we can examine both the benefits and risks of using AI, particularly in media. 'So we will first discuss the best approach at the ministry level, and engage as many stakeholders as possible to develop the desired guidelines,' he said. Earlier in his speech, Fahmi urged IPPTAR to open its training programmes to the public as part of its institutional reform.
The Star
24-06-2025
- Business
- The Star
Online Safety Act to be enforced once guidelines are finalised, says Fahmi
KUALA LUMPUR: The Online Safety Act 2024 will be enforced once all 10 regulatory guidelines developed by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) are finalised, says Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. "We have yet to enforce the Act because MCMC needs to develop 10 regulations. So far, five are ready, and five more are still in progress. "Some of them require engagement with industry stakeholders, so we need a bit more time to finalise all these guidelines," he told reporters after officiating the Tun Abdul Razak Broadcasting and Information Institute (IPPTAR) open day on Tuesday (June 24). Also present were Communications Ministry secretary-general Datuk Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa, IPPTAR director Roslan Ariffin, and Broadcasting Department director-general Datuk Suhaimi Sulaiman. The Act, which was passed by Parliament in December 2024, is aimed at strengthening online safety as well as addressing the spread of defamatory content, fraud and threats to public order. Fahmi also called on the Malaysian Media Council (MMM) to play an active role in developing guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the broadcasting sector. "I believe the council has a role to play in these discussions. By involving MMM, the industry and the government, we can examine both the benefits and risks of using AI, particularly in media. "So we will first discuss the best approach at the ministry level, and engage as many stakeholders as possible to develop the desired guidelines," he said. Earlier in his speech, Fahmi urged IPPTAR to open its training programmes to the public as part of its institutional reform. "I see a need for us to open IPPTAR's doors as widely as possible. Not just for the open day, I believe IPPTAR itself needs to adopt a more open approach. "That's why I suggested, for example, that MyCreative Ventures could collaborate with IPPTAR to explore ways to realise this initiative, including creating opportunities for media companies to participate in or learn from the training sessions offered," he said. – Bernama
