"Technology Secretary Liz Kendall stated, 'Too many women have had their lives shattered by having their intimate images shared online without consent.' This highlights the urgent need for accountability in tech companies."
"The amendment to the Crime and Policing Bill introduces measures that could lead to personal liability for tech executives if their platforms fail to comply with content removal regulations."
"The Government has mandated that platforms must remove non-consensual intimate images within 48 hours of being reported, reflecting a commitment to protecting women and girls online."
New government proposals will impose personal liability on tech executives if their platforms do not remove reported revenge porn. The Crime and Policing Bill amendment will be debated in the House of Commons. Technology Secretary Liz Kendall emphasized the need for accountability, stating that many women have suffered due to non-consensual sharing of intimate images. The government previously mandated the removal of such content within 48 hours of reporting, and these new measures aim to strengthen protections for women and girls online.
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