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Kuwait’s New Media Regulation Law: What Businesses Need To Know
Kuwait is introducing a comprehensive new regulatory framework that consolidates traditional and digital media under a single legal structure. The new law extends licensing requirements to social media promotion, advertising, and digital content, with significant implications for businesses operating in or targeting audiences in Kuwait. Companies will need to assess their current arrangements across advertising, social media channels, and influencer partnerships before the law takes effect in April 2027.
Kuwait Media & IT
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ASAR - Al Ruwayeh & Partners
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Kuwait’s New Media Regulation Law: What Businesses Need To Know
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In the UAE, posting a negative review online can cross the line from legitimate consumer feedback into criminal defamation. Legal experts explain the critical distinction between honest criticism of products and services versus unlawful personal attacks that target an individual's character, with penalties including substantial fines, imprisonment, and deportation for those who violate defamation laws.
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