Singapore’s New Online Safety Commission: From Harm to Redress

Singapore's Online Safety Commission opened its doors in June 2026, creating a new avenue of redress for victims of serious online harm. In this fireside chat, Singapore's Commissioner of Online Safety, Mr Francis Ng, shares why the Commission was established, how it works alongside existing regulators and law enforcement, and what victims can expect when they seek help. Through practical scenarios and discussion, the session will explore the Commission's powers, the challenges posed by AI-generated harms, and how governments, platforms and professionals can work together to build a safer online environment.

What you will learn:

• Why Singapore established the Online Safety Commission, and how it complements existing legal and regulatory frameworks.
• What happens from the moment a victim reports online harm, including the Commission's powers, processes and safeguards.
• How emerging issues such as AI-generated content, anonymous accounts and cross-border platforms are reshaping online safety.