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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
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MYSTERIOUS: South korean law targeting false online information takes effect - What They Never Told You

South Korea began enforcing Tuesday a revised law targeting false information posted online, toughening penalties for repeat offenders despite concerns over the impact on free speech.

The law, which requires major platforms to set up new response systems, comes as concern grows in the country over digital misinformation, including high-profile cases involving celebrities.

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