Kota Kinabalu: Regulatory bodies under the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission Ministry should intensify collaboration with social media platforms to devise strategies addressing networks of fake accounts and the misuse of generative artificial intelligence (AI), said Sabah Progressive Party (SAPP) Information Chief Chin Vui Kai.
He said the rise of fake content generated through the combination of AI and so-called “phone farms” has sparked growing public concern.
“Such content, distributed across large numbers of devices and fake accounts, is used to artificially amplify narratives on social media,” he said in a statement.
Chin said these operations often manifest in two extremes, spreading divisive or hateful rhetoric or inflating false information.
“Common patterns include off-topic comments, irrelevant responses, spam-like promotional messages, and even personal attacks,” he said.
He noted that Sabahan online culture is generally reserved, rational and pragmatic, with netizens tending to focus on the issues being discussed.
“This stands in contrast with the inauthentic interactions produced by manipulative tactics, which distort public discourse and risk fuelling online bullying and misinformation,” he said.
Chin warned that such risks were especially concerning for young Sabahans exposed to social media.
He urged the public to strengthen digital literacy, develop the ability to discern genuine information, and remain cautious toward content that appears excessively extreme or emotional.
He also encouraged social media account administrators to enhance moderation systems to reduce the spread of false or malicious content and safeguard online discussions.
He said the rise of fake content generated through the combination of AI and so-called “phone farms” has sparked growing public concern.
“Such content, distributed across large numbers of devices and fake accounts, is used to artificially amplify narratives on social media,” he said in a statement.
Chin said these operations often manifest in two extremes, spreading divisive or hateful rhetoric or inflating false information.
“Common patterns include off-topic comments, irrelevant responses, spam-like promotional messages, and even personal attacks,” he said.
He noted that Sabahan online culture is generally reserved, rational and pragmatic, with netizens tending to focus on the issues being discussed.
“This stands in contrast with the inauthentic interactions produced by manipulative tactics, which distort public discourse and risk fuelling online bullying and misinformation,” he said.
Chin warned that such risks were especially concerning for young Sabahans exposed to social media.
He urged the public to strengthen digital literacy, develop the ability to discern genuine information, and remain cautious toward content that appears excessively extreme or emotional.
He also encouraged social media account administrators to enhance moderation systems to reduce the spread of false or malicious content and safeguard online discussions.