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MCMC denies involvement in alleged AI election manipulation

Malaysia Times desk Original: Focus Malaysia 9/12 10:50 X
MCMC denies involvement in alleged AI election manipulation
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The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has firmly denied involvement in activities described in a recent report by US‑based artificial intelligence firm Anthropic, which alleged misuse of AI in election manipulation.

From the original report

In a statement, MCMC said it was aware of the report and took the matters raised seriously.

"For clarity, activities of the nature described in the report do not form part of MCMC's functions or mandate, and MCMC does not engage in such activities or arrangements."

This is a brief of a report by another newsroom. The excerpt below is from the original.

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Sep 12, 2026
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Sep 12, 2026
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