Kuala Lumpur, 28 May 2026 – Journalists remain society’s final line of defence against misinformation, as the rapid spread of false content, artificial intelligence-generated material and unverified social media claims continues to challenge public trust in news and institutions.
The growing concern reflects a media environment where misleading posts can travel faster than verified reporting. Experts say mainstream media and professional journalists still play a crucial verification role because they are trained to check facts, confirm sources, provide context and separate public-interest information from manipulation or rumour.
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