South Korea will implement an amended Information and Communications Network Act on July 7, allowing up to five times punitive damages and fines of up to 1 billion won for distributing false or manipulated information. The law applies to those who post and circulate content, including comments, and platforms can delete or limit exposure after reviewing reports under their policies. Private messaging is excluded, but open chat services may be covered. Platforms make initial determinations, while courts make final rulings on falsity and liability.

South Korea\'s Broadcast Media Communications Commission (BAMTT) approved revisions to the enforcement decree of the Information and Communications Network Act and a related public notice to prevent the spread of false and manipulated information and strengthen digital platforms\' social responsibility. The rules take effect on July 7. The scope covers user-to-user information intermediary services such as SNS and online communities, while search services and open marketplaces were excluded from the final draft. The decree also specifies criteria for punitive damages and administrative fines.