Myanmar military announced cybersecurity laws, restricted VPNs and digital exposures

On January 24, Myanmar's military announced a cybersecurity law banning the use of virtual private networks (VPNs) and criminals could be arrested and/or fined, sparking concern from rights groups digital links connecting countries to digital interference. Isolation from the outside world. The law, dated Jan. 13, was signed by Soe Thein, the city's transportation coordinator, and is expected to be signed into law by Jan. 28. VPN users risk up to three years in prison and a fine of up to 5 million Myanmar khats (about $2,800). The bill also prohibits the use of digital resources and is punishable by a fine of six months to one year in prison and a fine of up to 5 million Myanmar kyat (about $2,800). Additionally, vendors are required to provide police with personal information such as name, address and background to request upon request. Similar regulations in the past allowed carriers such as Telenor to leave the zone. (Register)