The Independent emphasizes its commitment to delivering impactful journalism on key issues like reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech. Donations support on-ground reporting and ensure that quality news remains accessible, free from paywalls. Recent developments include the Government's implementation of the Online Safety Act, obligating online platforms to enforce age checks and safeguard children from harmful content. Noncompliance with the regulations could result in substantial fines or legal restrictions. The goal is to ensure children's safety in an increasingly digital world, as outlined by the Technology Secretary's statements.
The Government is laying the foundations for a safer, healthier, more humane online world as new online safety protections come into force to protect children from toxic algorithms.
The measures under the Online Safety Act require online platforms to implement age checks and ensure algorithms do not promote harmful content for children.
Tech firms face potential fines of up to 18 million or 10% of their qualifying worldwide revenue if they fail to comply with new online safety measures.
Regulatory body Ofcom is responsible for enforcing the Online Safety Act, which aims to safeguard children from encountering pornography and harmful content online.
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