Rapid Response Deadline Disadvantages Small Businesses

Businesses must respond to Division complaints within 2 working days or face default judgment based solely on the complainant's case. This compressed timeline—substantially below international standards of 14-30 days—creates disproportionate burdens on smaller media organizations, startups, and content creators lacking dedicated legal teams. Missing the deadline triggers adverse findings that can lead to license suspension or revocation (71), creating existential business risk. The provision forces businesses to maintain costly rapid-response capabilities, creating a competitive advantage for larger organizations with legal infrastructure while deterring market entry and innovation.