allows the government to order the takedown of websites, apps and online accounts suspected to be used for criminal activities such.
“The perpetrator is unknown. The victim can make a police report, but investigations will take time … there are legal uncertainties, and going to court will involve time and money. Meanwhile, damage is done to the victims mental health, reputation, relationships,” said the minister.EXPANSION OF LAWS NEEDED TO PLUG GAPS
“The US, UK, Australia, have implemented these laws. can be studied to identify the areas that have worked and those which may need improvement, especially the areas which can be applied in the Singaporean context.” “Investment in advanced digital forensics could be one way to trace these sources. Also, strengthening data protection and privacy regulations could prevent data misuse by overseas actors,” he said, adding that international cooperation and agreements on internet regulation can facilitate cross-border investigations.
The issues were discussed during the symposium, which includes attendees such as academics, major tech firms, and supreme court judges.