ASEAN urged to collectively regulate Big Tech after Meta's $18B settlement

Following Meta's $18 billion settlement with US states over child safety, advocacy groups are urging ASEAN to adopt collective regulation of Big Tech platforms to curb scams and harmful content. The settlement marks a precedent that could influence regional policy, though ASEAN's consensus-based approach may slow coordinated action. This signals a potential shift in regional tech governance, with implications for platform operations in Southeast Asia.