Malaysia removed 99,693 pieces of scam-related content on social media platforms by July 15, 2026, exceeding the 98,503 removed throughout 2025 [1, 2, 3]. From January to mid-July, authorities submitted 106,268 requests to platforms like Meta, TikTok, and YouTube to remove scam content, compared to 102,113 requests in all of 2025 [1, 2, 3].
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) submits removal requests but the social media platforms have the final decision on content removal. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching said, "There is a slight difference because although the requests are submitted by the MCMC, the platforms have the final say on whether to remove the content. However, for scam-related cases, the platforms’ compliance rate is usually above 90 per cent" [2].
In a separate effort linked to National Month, the Information Department is conducting a "1 House 1 Jalur Gemilang" campaign from August to September 2026 to encourage Malaysians to display the national flag properly [1, 2, 3]. Deputy Minister Teo noted complaints have arisen that local authorities and police vary in how they enforce rules around flying the Jalur Gemilang, saying, "We have received many complaints that the action taken by local authorities or the police differs depending on the location. I believe this is also an issue that requires our attention, as we do not want to discourage the public from flying the Jalur Gemilang" [2].
Social media oversight remains active as Malaysia clocks close to 100,000 removals of scam posts by midyear, with continued monitoring expected through the remainder of 2026.
