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Dewan Rakyat debates on CMA amendments could start Monday: Teo | Scoop
Besides amendments to the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, another legislation in the pipeline to address online threats and cyberbullying is the Online Safety Bill, said Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching. - Scoop file pic, December 5, 2024
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Dewan Rakyat debates on CMA amendments could start Monday: Teo

The bill with proposed changes to the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 are aimed at creating a safer digital environment

Scoop Reporters
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3:47 PM MYT

 

GEORGE TOWN — Amendments to the Communications and Multimedia Act (CMA) 1998 will likely be debated in the Dewan Rakyat starting this Monday, said Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching.

“These amendments introduce tougher penalties for crimes such as child exploitation and fraud, including online scams,” she said, when launching NationGate’s latest artificial intelligence (AI) server here, today.

She acknowledged that while AI has the potential to drive remarkable advancements, it can also be misused for privacy invasions, fraud or the spread of harmful content.

As such, the ministry is actively working to create a safer digital environment the amendments to the Act which were tabled last Monday, Bernama reported her saying.

Teo also said the ministry is preparing to introduce the Online Safety Bill to address pressing challenges like cyberbullying and other online threats.

“Together with the regulatory framework for social media and internet messaging services, set to be enforced on Jan 1, 2025, these measures will hold platforms like Meta, TikTok, and X accountable for ensuring user safety, protecting children and limiting harmful content,” she said.

The amendments to the CMA propose higher fines and jail terms for offences, besides new and stiff punishments for those who post offensive content involving children under 18.

It also gives the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission enhanced powers, including to audit licenses and other entities involved in communication services. – December 5, 2024

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