The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has taken a timely step by requiring all social media and internet messaging services to apply for a licence.

Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Media and Information Warfare Studies Centre security and political analyst Noor Nirwandy Mat Noordin said the move is well-timed and essential for balancing the social media landscape, especially in relation to civil and criminal cases, as well as cybercrimes.