Communications regulator Ofcom has been given the job of implementing the regime introduced by last year’s Online Safety Act, which requires providers of online services to minimise the extent of illegal and harmful content. Committee chairwoman Dame Meg Hillier said: “Expectations are understandably high for firm guardrails in the hitherto largely unregulated online world. With an estimated 100,000 companies subject to regulation, many of which may be small or based overseas, MPs said it may be difficult to contact some providers. Dame Meg added: “No other country has introduced online safety regulation. “We’re on track with our plans, and will carefully consider the Committee’s recommendations as we continue our work to create a safer life online.”

Source: The Star February 21, 2024 12:10 UTC