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Ellen Jennings-Trace

Ofcom cracks down on UK tech firms, will issue sanctions for illegal content

A man holds a smartphone iPhone screen showing various social media apps including YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Threads, Instagram and X.

  • Ofcom will now issue sanctions for tech platforms for harmful content
  • Fines of up to £18 million could be given
  • Social media and messaging apps are in the scope of the Online Safety Bill
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