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Major Tech Platforms Face Malaysian Licensing Deadline as X and Google Hold Out

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January 2, 2025
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Major Tech Platforms Face Malaysian Licensing Deadline as X and Google Hold Out

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• X claims user base below 8 million threshold; Google raises YouTube classification concerns
• WeChat and TikTok first to obtain licenses; Meta platforms beginning application process
• Part of broader Asian regulatory push to hold Big Tech accountable for online content
• Non-compliance could trigger investigation and supervision by Malaysian authorities

What Happened?

Malaysia’s new social media operating license requirement came into effect, with notable holdouts including Elon Musk’s X and Google’s YouTube. While Tencent’s WeChat and ByteDance’s TikTok have already secured licenses, and Meta has initiated the application process, X claims exemption based on user numbers, and Google has expressed concerns about YouTube’s classification under the framework.

Why It Matters?

This development represents a significant shift in Asia’s digital regulatory landscape, joining similar efforts in India and Australia. The law aims to address online harms including scams, cyberbullying, and illegal content, marking an important step in holding tech platforms accountable. The varied responses from major platforms highlight the challenges of implementing cross-border digital regulations and the potential impact on platform operations in emerging markets.

What’s Next?

Watch for regulatory responses to X’s user count claims and Google’s concerns about YouTube classification. Key areas to monitor include: enforcement actions against non-compliant platforms, potential market access implications, other Asian nations’ regulatory responses, and the impact on platform operations and user experience in Malaysia. The success or failure of this regulatory framework could influence similar initiatives across the region. Tech companies’ strategies for managing increasing regulatory requirements in Asian markets will be crucial for their regional growth prospects.

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