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Malaysia to regulate e-commerce platforms following complaints
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Fusion42 · 26 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Malaysia plans to regulate e-commerce platforms through possible registration requirements after receiving nearly 2,000 complaints about scams, product issues, and halal certification since 2025. Key platforms like Shopee, TikTok Shop, and Lazada could be directly impacted as the government acts immediately.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of E-commerce, and 2 sources have reported it.
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You face a new regulatory gate in Malaysia that demands e-commerce platforms register locally or risk penalties. Start engaging with local regulators now to secure access and avoid losing customers to platforms that comply faster.
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2 sources · 26 Aug 2026
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