Note to No 10: one speed doesn't fit all when it comes to online safety | John Naughton
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from www.theguardian.com4 weeks ago
Dee Kitchen announced that on 16 March, he will delete the servers hosting LFGSS and other communities due to new regulations from Ofcom regarding online safety.
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The Online Safety Act changes the landscape for online forums, requiring providers to assess risks of illegal harms, affecting small communities, including LFGSS.
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Despite LFGSS focusing on niche discussions such as cycling, the Online Safety Act requires similar services to have content moderation strategies in place.
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The enforcement actions outlined by Ofcom signal a broader impact on any platform with user-generated content, which could hinder diverse online communities.
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