The country’s top cop says the Online Safety Act (Onsa), which came into force today, will strengthen national digital security and enhance protection against growing cyber threats. KUALA LUMPUR: Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail said the Online Safety Act (Onsa), which came into force yesterday, will strengthen national digital security and enhance protection against growing cyber threats. "Online child sexual exploitation crimes showed a worrying increase, with 688 cases recorded from January 2021 to November 2025." They are required to take proactive steps to keep users safe from harmful content online. Additionally, network service providers are required to cooperate during investigations and provide reasonable technical assistance within their capabilities when required.

Source: New Strait Times January 01, 2026 22:01 UTC