K-Content Law

Table of Contents

• CHAPTER I GENERAL PROVISIONS
• CHAPTER II PERMISSION OF BUSINESS
• CHAPTER III GUARANTEE AND PROMOTION OF FAIR COMPETITION
• CHAPTER IV INTERNET MULTIMEDIA BROADCAST CONTENT
• CHAPTER V SUPPLEMENTARY PROVISIONS
• CHAPTER VI PENALTY PROVISIONS

Summary

The Internet Multimedia Broadcasting Business Act of Korea, enacted in 2008, aims to protect users' rights and interests while fostering the development of relevant technology and industry. It seeks to ensure the proper operation of broadcasting businesses using Internet multimedia in a converged broadcasting and telecommunications environment. The Act emphasizes protecting the public interest, enhancing national culture, and contribution to the national economy and public welfare. Key definitions include "Internet multimedia broadcasting," which covers the transmission of diverse content via television receivers using a broadband integrated services digital network, and "Internet multimedia broadcasting business," which involves providing and delivering multimedia broadcast services and content. The Act also asserts its precedence over other statutes concerning Internet multimedia broadcasting businesses.