Govt cannot regulate online streaming platforms such as Netflix, says Annuar Musa


KUALA LUMPUR: Regulating content on online streaming platforms such as Netflix remains a challenge because present legislation can only regulate companies that are registered in Malaysia, says Tan Sri Annuar Musa.

The Communications and Multimedia Minister said challenges to regulate streaming platforms isn't only unique to Malaysia, as many countries in the world are facing issues in controlling what over-the-top (OTT) streaming platforms can show to their viewers.

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