ASEAN’s economic crossroads in 2026

ASEAN’s economic crossroads in 2026

March 10, 2026 PHNOM PENH – By 2030, ASEAN is forecast to rank as the fourth-biggest economy globally. The bloc’s digital economy is also projected to grow to $560 billion by 2030, fuelling employment growth and technological innovation across Southeast Asia. Analysts believe that Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines and Vietnam will spearhead Asean’s economic progress…

Copyright law at regulatory crossroads

Copyright law at regulatory crossroads

Opt-in licensing model with transparent consent mechanisms Rather than a blanket mandatory license, the framework should adopt an opt-in mechanism that preserves creator agency while reducing transaction costs. This model aligns with technological consent standards (for example, web cookie consent). Proposed mechanism: (i) Copyright registry creation: The proposed Copyright Royalties Collective for AI Training (CRCAT) should…