Malaysia: Content moderation authority governance in Online Safety Act 2025 (Act 866)
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Online Safety Bill including content moderation authority governance received royal assent
On 6 May 2025, the King of Malaysia signed the Online Safety Bill into law as the Online Safety Act 2025 (Act 866). The Act establishes an Online Safety Committee to oversee and regulate online content, alongside an Online Safety Appeal Tribunal to …
SourceAdopted Online Safety Bill including content moderation authority governance
On 16 December 2024, the Online Safety Bill was adopted by the Senate. The Bill establishes an Online Safety Committee to oversee and regulate online content alongside an Appeals Tribunal to address disputes and appeals arising from the Committee's …
SourcePassed Online Safety Bill including content moderation authority governance
On 11 December 2024, the Online Safety Bill was passed by the House of Representatives, proceeding to consideration by the Senate. The Bill establishes an Online Safety Committee to oversee and regulate online content alongside an Appeals Tribunal t…
SourceIntroduced Online Safety Bill including content moderation authority governance
On 10 December 2024, the Online Safety Bill was introduced to the House of Representatives. The Bill establishes an Online Safety Committee to oversee and regulate online content alongside an Appeals Tribunal to address disputes and appeals arising …
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