Ofcom Imposes £20,000 Fine on 4chan for Non-compliance With Safety Act | AI News Digest
The U.K. communications regulator, Ofcom, has levied a £20,000 fine against the online platform 4chan for failing to respond to requests for information related to its compliance with the Online Safety Act. This enforcement action follows a provisional ruling issued in August, which Ofcom has now officially upheld. In addition to the initial fine, 4chan will face a daily charge of £100 until it submits the required information, capped at 60 days. Ofcom's Director of Enforcement, Suzanne Cater, underscored the necessity of adhering to safety regulations, warning that platforms that disregard their obligations will encounter serious repercussions. This initiative has garnered support from Technology Secretary Liz Kendall, who emphasized the critical role of the Online Safety Act in protecting users from harmful online content.
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