Summary
Malaysian lawmakers voted in favor of broadening the government’s control over the internet, unmoved by criticism that the law risks suppressing dissent and free speech.
The bill imposes stricter penalties on content violations and grants sweeping powers to law enforcement, such as the right of any authorized officer to search and seize without a warrant. Service providers may also be held liable under the law, and compelled to disclose user data to authorities during investigations of alleged violations.
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Not surprising to see such legal moves under the guise of protecting children, however the article is full of generalizations and vague language. It will be interesting to see what the practical implications of this law will be, and what we need to do to protect ourselves from impromptu searches of our electronic devices.
