IN August, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) announced its new Regulatory Framework for Internet Messaging Service and Social Media Service Providers — requiring all social media providers and internet chat services with over eight million users to obtain a Class License for Application Service Providers effective 1 January 2025.
The licensing requirement is supposedly aimed at creating a safer online space by holding these service providers accountable for the actions of their users.
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Ivanpal Singh Grewal
Ivanpal Singh Grewal is an Advocate & Solicitor. He was formerly Political Secretary to the Minister of Plantation Industries & Commodities.