Govt’s licencing requirement for social media aims to curb online crime

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Govt’s licencing requirement for social media aims to curb online crime
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KUALA LUMPUR: The government’s decision to require all social media platforms to obtain a licence is aimed at curbing criminal activities such as frau...

The government’s decision to require all social media platforms to obtain a licence is aimed at curbing criminal activities such as fraud and online gambling, which often exploit these platforms to target victims.

“This decisive step demonstrates Malaysia’s commitment to tackling the growing threat of cybercrime, particularly in areas such as fraud and online gambling. However, it is important to understand that licencing alone is not sufficient. This requirement, set to take effect on January 1, 2025, follows the introduction of a new regulatory framework for social media services and Internet messaging, introduced earlier this month.

“With this enforcement, the MCMC will be able to monitor and promptly remove advertisements that violate the law or community standards, thereby reducing the risk of more social media users falling victim.

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