Earlier in July, crowds rioted following allegations of cheating and theft at Low Yat Plaza. Police have since arrested the main suspect for theft and denied he was cheated. But the incident has highlighted the role social media can play in inflaming an already tense situation. For more on this, we’re joined by Niki Cheong, a lecturer and analyst on social media and journalism.

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