

Trump triumph and the media message, Australia & Malaysia rein in social media
Nov 9, 2024
John Allsopp, Editor of The Media Today, provides sharp insights into how Trump's victory has reshaped media coverage. Ibrahim Sufyan, from the Merdeka Centre, discusses Malaysia's impending social media regulations aimed at curbing misinformation while balancing freedom of expression. Meanwhile, Wee Kok Hin sheds light on the challenges faced by independent news sources under these new laws. Together, they explore the wider implications of political events on media integrity and accountability, both in the US and across Southeast Asia.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Trump's Election: Media and Political Reactions
01:35 • 5min
Critique of American Election Coverage and Voter Engagement
06:15 • 2min
Media Dynamics in Post-Political Events
08:22 • 3min
Navigating Media Integrity in a Polarized Landscape
11:30 • 6min
Regulating Social Media in Malaysia
17:45 • 17min