Social media platforms have found themselves dealing with an increasingly stringent regulatory environment in Singapore. — AFP
Singapore’s parliament passed a law giving authorities more powers to block harmful content on social media platforms, from TikTok to Instagram and Facebook, the city state’s latest move to curb online harms.
Lawmakers passed the Online Safety (Relief and Accountability) Bill, known as OSRA, during a parliamentary session on Wednesday. Under the new law, authorities will be empowered to require internet companies – including major social media platforms – to remove content deemed harmful, such as material promoting sexual abuse or online bullying. Failure to comply will constitute a criminal offense and may prompt further measures, including blocking of apps.
