Jakarta polygamy regulation sparks backlash, renewed calls for abolition
Polygamy, a debated but often accepted institution in Islam, is legally regulated through the 1974 Marriage Law.
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Hit by wave of online attacks, Japan shifts to ‘active cyber defence’
Under the new strategy, Japan plans to allow hackers working for the police or Self-Defence Forces (SDF) to infiltrate servers to neutralise the source of cyber attacks.
Hybe may face ban on using facial recognition technology at concerts
Industry experts have flagged potential risks, urging a thorough review before implementing such technology to prevent privacy violations or misuse of personal data.
Bangladesh planning ministry to recommend formation of centre for utilising AI, social media
Such proposals come amid the increasing influence of both social media and AI in Bangladesh and other parts of the globe.
Indonesia’s plan to restrict children from social media lauded, but some concerns raised
Around 89 percent of Indonesian children above the age of five use the internet, and most of them access social media, according to the government’s information agency…
Indonesian cities cease public transport amid funding shortage
Bali and other cities in Indonesia have either ceased or reduced their transportation services due to a lack of funding from central and local governments.
Taliban deputy: No excuse for education bans on Afghan women, girls
The government has barred females from education after sixth grade. Last September, there were reports authorities had also stopped medical training and courses for women.
Misleading mooncake ads, vulgar content: China’s influencer network firms face regulatory clean-up
Now, authorities are targeting companies known as multichannel networks (MCNs), which help online content creators to plan content as well as market their channels in exchange for…
TikTok back online after Trump pledges to delay ban
TikTok went dark around 10:30 pm ET Saturday but was back online just before 12:30 pm on Sunday.
Ho Chi Minh City seeks more policies to address low birth rate
Along with its financial incentive policy for women bearing two children before 35 years old, Ho Chi Minh City is developing more long-term and sustainable policies to address its…