What are the new UK online safety rules and how will age checks on adult content be enforced?

From 25 July websites and apps will be required to protect children by filtering out harmful content and verifying ages

Children’s online safety in the UK is having its seatbelt moment. On Friday social media and other internet platforms will be required to implement safety measures protecting children or face large fines.

It is a significant test for the Online Safety Act, a landmark piece of legislation that covers the likes of Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Google. Here is a guide to the new rules.

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From 25 July websites and apps will be required to protect children by filtering out harmful content and verifying ages
Children’s online safety in the UK is having its seatbelt moment. On Friday social media and other internet platforms will be required to implement safety measures protecting children or face large fines.
It is a significant test for the Online Safety Act, a landmark piece of legislation that covers the likes of Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Google. Here is a guide to the new rules. Continue reading…Technology | The Guardian

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