UK regulator demands video platforms do more to protect users
LONDON (Reuters) – Online video sharing platforms (VSPs), resembling TikTok, Snapchat and OnlyFans, need to current clear tips on content material materials, allow users to flag harmful films, and prohibit entry to pornographic supplies, Britain’s media regulator Ofcom talked about.
Under authorized tips that obtained right here into influence in Britain remaining yr, VSPs ought to take acceptable steps to protect all of their users from illegal supplies, with a particular give consideration to under 18s.
Ofcom, which is accountable for imposing the rules, revealed guidance for VSPs on Wednesday, saying it wished to see noticeable enhancements over time in safety processes and criticism procedures.
Chief Executive Melanie Dawes talked about on-line video carried out an infinite place in people’s lives, considerably for children, nonetheless many users observed hateful, violent or inappropriate supplies whereas using them.
“The platforms the place …