South Korea's 'Fake News' Law Takes Effect Amid Free Speech Concerns
A new South Korean law targeting 'fake news' has taken effect, despite concerns raised by journalists' groups about its potential impact on free speech. The legislation aims to combat disinformation but faces backlash over its implications for press freedom.
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South Korean law targeting 'fake news' takes effect as journalists' groups raise concerns
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South Korea’s new disinformation law took effect Tuesday, introducing punitive damages and new platform obligations while fueling a widening clash over whether the measure will curb online harm or suppress legitimate criticism. The revised Information and Communications Network Act allows victims to seek compensation of up to five times the actual damages caused by maliciously spread false or manipulated information. It also requires major platforms to develop procedures for reporting and handli
By The Korea Herald
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