YBB, formerly known as Yang Hongling, is a YouTuber and writer with a wide fan base in Malaysia. She is known for sharing her daily life, fashion and personal stories. However, in 2021, she was accused of fraud for allegedly selling luxury bags through social media but not delivering the goods, which attracted widespread attention. She then publicly admitted that she owed a huge debt due to gambling addiction and tried to repay the loan through fraud. After the incident was exposed, she tried to commit suicide, but fortunately she was rescued in time and posted a public apology video on social media.
Article 10 of the Federal Constitution of Malaysia grants citizens the right to freedom of speech and expression. However, this freedom is not absolute and is restricted by a number of laws including the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 and the Sedition Act 1948. The YBB incident not only triggered criticism of her personal behavior, but also triggered a lot of cyber violence on social media. Although freedom of speech is a basic right, how to prevent the abuse of this right in cyberspace is also worth pondering.
As an online celebrity with a large number of fans, YBB's words and deeds not only affect herself, but also a large number of young audiences. Her case reminds us that while public figures enjoy freedom of speech, they must also bear corresponding social responsibilities. Spreading misleading information and publishing false content will not only damage personal credibility, but may also lead to serious social consequences.
Freedom of speech on social media is not just about "saying whatever you want", but also about considering the authenticity of the information, social impact, and respect for others. In this era of information explosion, everyone is a disseminator of information. While enjoying freedom of expression, we must also learn to take responsibility and avoid hurting others. Freedom of speech is an important cornerstone of modern society, but only by finding a balance between freedom and responsibility can the value of this right be truly realized.
Writed by LIM CIN SHAN
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