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A Manila-based think tank has warned that national security may be undermined by "hostile entities" exploiting Philippine telecom networks should the regulatory oversight function of the National Telecommunication Commission (NTC) become weaker. "The Stratbase Institute is alarmed over the possibility that the Philippines' telecommunication networks could be exploited by hostile entities that pose significant risks to national security if the regulatory oversight function of the National Telecommunication Commission is weakened," the think tank said. "This scenario becomes likelier as the passage of the Konektadong Pinoy Act, purported to be a bill that would open up the telecommunications market to more players to provide better options to the people, looms in the horizon," it added. https://lnkd.in/gkTjnzBb

Ships and telecommunications networks are at risk of cyberattacks. The U.S. and EU are working to regulate business practices and deter foreign entities from causing harm. However, challenges such as legal loopholes and court disputes have led policymakers to impose heavier regulations on domestic entities.

Ships and telecommunications networks are at risk of cyberattacks. The U.S. and EU are working to regulate business practices and deter foreign entities from causing harm. However, challenges such as legal loopholes and court disputes have led policymakers to impose heavier regulations on domestic entities.

The Indian government has commenced the partial implementation of the Telecommunication Act 2023, which was enacted by the Parliament in December of last year. Effective today, several provisions of the new law have come into force, specifically Sections 1, 2, 10-30, 42-44, 46, 47, 50-58, and 61-62. These provisions address various aspects including: ·      right of way for telecom networks; ·      government powers to establish common ducts and cable corridors for telecom networks; ·      government authority to set standards and conformity assessment measures for telecom services, equipment, networks, cybersecurity, encryption, and data processing within the telecom sector; ·      government's authority to intercept, monitor, and decrypt communications over telecom services or networks, on grounds generally related to national security; ·      government powers to make rules pertaining to cybersecurity measures for telecom networks and services; ·      powers of the government to make rules regulating telemarketing calls and messages; ·       certification of individuals operating amateur radio stations, and radio equipment on ships and aircrafts; ·      offences prescribed under the new law; and ·      extra-territorial applicability of the new law to any offence committed outside India, that involves a telecom service, equipment or network in India; Notably, the provisions concerning the grant of telecom authorizations, spectrum assignment and use, and the repeal of India’s current telecom laws— the Telegraph Act 1885 and the Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933—have not yet been notified. For further insights on the new law, please refer to my article here - https://lnkd.in/gpP-9Y3K

Well, some one is lying. "In its statement issued on Tuesday night in response to the Bloomberg report, the government said that 52 of the 53 submissions it had received expressed support for the legislation, including those from the Asia Internet Coalition (AIC), the American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong (AmCham), and the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce. Bloomberg’s article, published on Tuesday, noted that US firms had expressed concerns about the proposed law, including that it could grant the Hong Kong government “unusual access to their computer system.” AmCham was quoted as saying in a letter submitted as part of the consultation that: “Such unprecedented power directly intervenes in, and could have a significant impact on, a [critical infrastructure operator’s] operation and could harm the users of the services.” The legislation was “likely to have a chilling effect” on tech investment in Hong Kong, AmCham added, according to Bloomberg’s report. The AIC, an industry association representing Amazon, Google, and Meta in the Asia Pacific region, was among bodies that had “in recent weeks criticized new rules that officials say are designed to protect critical infrastructure from cyberattacks,” Bloomberg reported. HKFP has reached out to the AIC and AmCham for comment." The legislation was “likely to have a chilling effect” on tech investment in Hong Kong, AmCham added, according to Bloomberg’s report." Hong Kong gov’t rejects Bloomberg report on US firms’ concerns over proposed cybersecurity law as ‘biased’ https://lnkd.in/g49C5Y4K https://lnkd.in/g49C5Y4K #hongkong #cybersecurity

The Court of Appeals may have cleared the way for a telecommunications company operating in the Philippines and partly owned by a Chinese state-owned enterprise to secure radio telecom frequency that can be used to enhance China’s espionage and surveillance capabilities and endanger the Filipinos’ constitutional right to privacy, according to local telco Now Telecom. In a petition filed with the Supreme Court last April 25, Now warned that the CA may have unwittingly given this scarce public resource to China Telecommunications Corp. – which owns 40 percent of Dito Telecommunity – which is dangerous given the heightened dispute between the Philippines and China involving the West Philippine Sea. Now reminded the SC that China Telecom is under the control of the Chinese Communist Party and that being a state-owned enterprise, China Telecom is duty-bound to collect and store data. Now claims this is in support of China’s national intelligence efforts.

Chad suffers internet and telecom disruptions amid deadly political clashes. Why it matters: 1. Internet blackouts have become a strategy of Chad's military government to control public narrative in times of political dispute and unrest, opining the suspension's intent may be to censor the spread of information about the recent attack on its national security agency. 2. The recent disruption in Chad's telecommunications and internet connectivity compounds the political tension ahead of the country's anticipated return to constitutional rule in May and June's presidential elections. 3. Local and international observers express growing concerns that such internet restrictions exacerbate the spread of misinformation during crises, compromising public safety, freedom of speech, and access to vital information. Learn more by visiting The Record from Recorded Future News: https://lnkd.in/eAFzT5Ud

Regulators, policy makers, industry leaders, and experts came together in #Kampala to discuss and shape the future of #ICTs. Read about our CEO James G. Claude's insights in our new #blog post!  https://t.ly/rslyP International Telecommunication Union #GSR24 #regulation #technology

While 2023 saw significant regulatory changes in the Telecom sector, with the passing of the Telecommunications Act 2023 into law. The Government of India, Ministry of Communications, Department of Telecommunication (“DoT”), vide its Notification No. G.S.R. 521(E) dated August 28, 2024, has now put out for public consultation the Telecommunications (Critical Telecommunication Infrastructure) Rules, 2024 (“Draft Rules”) that seek to address interalia the network security and Cyber security aspects of the Telecommunication Infrastructure in India and aim to safeguard telecommunication networks that are deemed vital for national security, economy, and public safety. The response to Public Consultation is due by September 27, 2024. Continuing with the Thought Leadership initiatives at TechLegis Advocates & Solicitors we are delighted to share the latest Regulatory Update prepared by our TMT Team on the complexities how the same could be a nightmare from an interpretation and implementation perspective. Hope you find it insightful and informative. Follow the TechLegis Advocates and Solicitors channel on WhatsApp to keep updated of the latest tech and policy developments, Thought Leadership, firm announcements, events, conferences, CSR initiatives: https://lnkd.in/g6YrwFri

The swift evolution of technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT) in Bangladesh has transformed the landscape of communication, information dissemination and business operations. With almost 180.2 million mobile subscribers and growing internet penetration, grasping the legal framework that governs these sectors is crucial. This article aims to provide a brief overview of TMT laws in Bangladesh, highlighting legislation, regulatory bodies and key contemporary challenges. Asia Business Law Journal