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One hour is all it takes—that's how little time it takes for a predator to infiltrate a child's world. Social media becomes a tool for manipulation, a window into the lives of the vulnerable. But the question that remains unanswered—or perhaps one that many lack the courage to confront—is this: How do we start a conversation about something shrouded in silence while the very idea of grooming, sexual harassment, and child exploitation is still considered taboo4 in Malaysia?
Where does the line between truth and falsehood lie in this digital age? The internet, once hailed as a democratising force, is now a battleground where competing narratives fight for dominance. More than ever, we are not just divided by race, class, or demography, but by the very information we consume. Misinformation and disinformation distort reality—they entrench prejudices, inflame tensions, and carry real-world consequences.
Written by Tasfia Tarannum Ridita and Abdullah Hel Bubun In Bangladesh, digital spaces often mirror societal prejudices, putting marginalised groups at significant risk. In a country where same-sex relationships are criminalised, and gender
Written By Subinoy Mustofi Eron Ishtiyak Ahmad Zihad’s Whispers of the Ink, shot in harsh, evocative black and white, illustrates the catastrophic consequences of the internet shutdowns during the July and August 2024
In Taosin Zafar’s film “The Black Kite,” Arif, a freelancer who relies on crutches, faces a devastating reality when a government-imposed internet shutdown cuts off his livelihood. The film captures a critical moment