Regulatory Framework for Digital Safety and Accountability of Internet Messaging and Social Media Service Providers in Malaysia
National Regulatory Framework for Internet-Based Messaging and Social Media Platforms in Malaysia
Keywords:
Achievement, Prime Media, National Framework, FSKTM, Sinar KarangkrafAbstract
The digital landscape in Malaysia is constantly evolving, with social media platforms and internet messaging services assuming a progressively important part in daily life. This digital expansion has concurrently resulted in an increase in cyber dangers, detrimental content, and privacy infringements. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has established a Regulatory Framework for Internet Messaging and Social Media Service Providers, effective 1 January 2025, with initial licensing commencing on 1 August 2024. This framework requires service providers with over 8 million users in Malaysia, such as Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and TikTok, to acquire a license in accordance with the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
