Cybersecurity bill opened for public consultation until July 1

A proposed cybersecurity bill has been opened for public consultation in the Maldives, with a feedback period from June 17 to July 1. The bill, introduced by MP Hussain Nasih on behalf of the government, aims to establish a legal framework for cyber safety. It mandates the creation of a National Cyber Security Agency to coordinate efforts, and the National Security Council will determine policies based on its advice. Licensing regulations require entities providing cybersecurity services to obtain a special license, with fines for non-compliance ranging from USD 3,243.77 to USD 32,437.72. The bill will set national standards and requirements for information systems connected to state and private infrastructure, and establish a system to identify and respond to cyber risks.

A proposed cybersecurity bill has been opened for public consultation in the Maldives, with a feedback period from June 17 to July 1. The bill, introduced by MP Hussain Nasih on behalf of the government, aims to establish a legal framework for cyber safety. It mandates the creation of a National Cyber Security Agency to coordinate efforts, and the National Security Council will determine policies based on its advice. Licensing regulations require entities providing cybersecurity services to obtain a special license, with fines for non-compliance ranging from USD 3,243.77 to USD 32,437.72. The bill will set national standards and requirements for information systems connected to state and private infrastructure, and establish a system to identify and respond to cyber risks.

A proposed cybersecurity bill has been opened for public consultation in the Maldives, with a feedback period from June 17 to July 1. The bill, introduced by MP Hussain Nasih on behalf of the government, aims to establish a legal framework for cyber safety. It mandates the creation of a National Cyber Security Agency to coordinate efforts, and the National Security Council will determine policies based on its advice. Licensing regulations require entities providing cybersecurity services to obtain a special license, with fines for non-compliance ranging from USD 3,243.77 to USD 32,437.72. The bill will set national standards and requirements for information systems connected to state and private infrastructure, and establish a system to identify and respond to cyber risks.

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