The Facts

• Malaysia announced on Tuesday that authorities are drafting amendments to the penal code to criminalize cyberbullying as well as a new law to hold internet providers liable for online security matters.Malaysia announced on Tuesday that authorities are drafting amendments to the penal code to criminalize cyberbullying as well as a new law to hold internet providers liable.

• This comes as TikTok user Rajeswary Appahu was found dead from apparent suicide on July 5, reportedly just a day after filing a police report over online threats.This comes as TikTok user Rajeswary Appahu was found dead from an apparent suicide on July 5, reportedly just a day after filing a police report over online threats.

• Also on Tuesday, two people pledged guilty to charges under the Communications and Multimedia Act and Minor Offenses Act in connection with the harassment of the influencer known as Esha.Also on Tuesday, two people pledged guilty to charges under the Communications and Multimedia Act and Minor Offenses Act in connection with the harassment of the influencer who was known as Esha.