Ofcom, the UK regulator, has introduced new proposals aimed at increasing online safety, particularly for children. Key focuses include preventing illegal content from going viral, enhancing protections for minors, and addressing harms proactively at their source. The consultation suggests that larger platforms should assess if they need to detect terrorist material and allows users to report problematic livestreams. These measures are intended to build on existing regulations and respond to the dynamic nature of online risks, holding tech companies accountable in their enforcement actions.
The proposed measures aim to hold platforms accountable for the swift enforcement of online safety, especially focusing on protecting children from evolving risks.
Ofcom's consultation identifies three critical areas needing attention: stopping illegal content from going viral, addressing harms at their source, and enhancing child protections.
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