The Singapore government is imposing new measures to combat online scams, requiring messaging services to restrict unknown contacts. Platforms like

The Singapore government is imposing new measures to combat online scams, requiring messaging services to restrict unknown contacts. Platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram must obtain user consent before adding unknown individuals to groups. Similar rules apply to social networks like Facebook and Instagram, which must verify the identity of advertisers. Platforms have until 2027 to comply.