Facebook said on Saturday it had issued a correction notice on a user's post at the request of the Singapore government but urged for a measured approach to the implementation of a new "fake news" law to protect freedom of speech.

Facebook corrects user's post under new Singapore fake news law

Singapore political figure Brad Bowyer on Monday corrected a Facebook post questioning the independence of state investment firms following a government request, in the first use of the country's new "fake news" law.

Singapore invokes 'fake news' law for first time over Facebook post

Technology giant Google said Thursday Singapore's new law against "fake news" could hurt innovation, a crucial element in the high-tech sector which the government is developing as an economic growth driver.

Singapore 'fake news' law could hurt innovation: Google

Singapore's parliament Wednesday passed laws to combat "fake news" that will allow authorities to order the removal of content despite fierce criticism from tech giants, the media and rights groups.

Singapore passes 'fake news' law despite fierce criticism

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday signed controversial laws that allow courts to fine and briefly jail people for showing disrespect towards authorities, and block media for publishing "fake news".

Vladimir Putin signs laws against 'disrespecting' authorities, fake news

Malaysia's government Monday pushed a law through parliament that makes "fake news" punishable by a maximum six-year jail term

Malaysia approves 'fake news' law despite outcry

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