Ofcom is intensifying its approach to enforcing the Online Safety Act, which mandates that tech companies implement measures to minimize illegal activities on their platforms. The regulator now holds the authority to access company data and even conduct inspections to ensure compliance. This includes real-time assessments of algorithms and the potential to audit companies directly on-site. If firms fail to meet requirements, they may face severe penalties, underscoring Ofcom's commitment to enhancing user safety, especially for vulnerable groups like children.
As well as requesting information and data, we are also able to carry out an audit of a tech firm's safety measures and features, said Ofcom.
In exceptional cases, we can enter the UK premises of tech companies to access information they hold and examine their equipment.
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