The Capacity of Human Rights Governance in Digital Space in Response to Crimes Committed on Digital Platforms, with a Study of the Intellectual Property Framework of the Malaysian Legal System
Associate Professor of Criminal Law and Criminology, Faculty of Administrative Sciences and Economics, Arak University, Arak, Iran
10.22091/diplic.2026.15789.1046
Abstract
The digital space, despite all the advantages it offers in facilitating communication, has also become a platform for emerging human rights challenges. Issues such as privacy violations, restrictions imposed on freedom of expression, and discrimination arising from algorithms underscore the need for rapid and effective adaptation of laws to the complex realities of the digital environment. Solely security-focused approaches often lead to restrictions on fundamental freedoms instead of protecting rights. Among these, the development of intelligent and balanced mechanisms for safeguarding citizens’ rights in cyberspace is vital. These mechanisms must be able to effectively combat digital crimes while ensuring a safe, free, and dynamic environment for users. Adopting a comprehensive approach that emphasizes preventive and protective aspects forms the foundation for preventing technology from becoming a tool for violating fundamental rights. Achieving a sustainable balance between public security and human dignity will be the cornerstone of future policymaking in this domain. The emergence of new information technologies and the expansion of digital platforms have posed fresh legal challenges in the field of intellectual property, especially in countries like Malaysia. The widespread prevalence of copyright infringements and misuse of trademarks in the digital space reveal an urgent need to review and reform existing laws. The ultimate goal is to effectively protect the rights of creators and intellectual property within the digital environment, while maintaining a balance with the public’s access to knowledge and information.
Namamian, P. (2026). The Capacity of Human Rights Governance in Digital Space in Response to Crimes Committed on Digital Platforms, with a Study of the Intellectual Property Framework of the Malaysian Legal System. Insights of Intellectual Property Law in Islamic Countries, (), -. doi: 10.22091/diplic.2026.15789.1046
MLA
Peyman Namamian. "The Capacity of Human Rights Governance in Digital Space in Response to Crimes Committed on Digital Platforms, with a Study of the Intellectual Property Framework of the Malaysian Legal System". Insights of Intellectual Property Law in Islamic Countries, , , 2026, -. doi: 10.22091/diplic.2026.15789.1046
HARVARD
Namamian, P. (2026). 'The Capacity of Human Rights Governance in Digital Space in Response to Crimes Committed on Digital Platforms, with a Study of the Intellectual Property Framework of the Malaysian Legal System', Insights of Intellectual Property Law in Islamic Countries, (), pp. -. doi: 10.22091/diplic.2026.15789.1046
VANCOUVER
Namamian, P. The Capacity of Human Rights Governance in Digital Space in Response to Crimes Committed on Digital Platforms, with a Study of the Intellectual Property Framework of the Malaysian Legal System. Insights of Intellectual Property Law in Islamic Countries, 2026; (): -. doi: 10.22091/diplic.2026.15789.1046
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