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Ofcom launches investigation into Telegram over CSAM concerns
UK regulator probes messaging app after Canadian Centre for Child Protection raises alleged presence of child sexual abuse material
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- Ofcom has launched an investigation into Telegram for potentially failing to prevent child sexual abuse material (CSAM) being shared on its platform.
- The UK regulator gathered evidence suggesting CSAM was present on the messaging service.
- Under the Online Safety Act's illegal content duties, user-to-user services must have systems to prevent illegal content or face fines of up to £18m or 10% of global revenues.
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Ofcom has launched an investigation into Telegram for potentially failing to prevent child sexual abuse material (CSAM) being shared on its platform. The UK regulator gathered evidence suggesting CSAM was present on the messaging service. Under the Online Safety Act's illegal content duties, user-to-user services must have systems to prevent illegal content or face fines of up to £18m or 10% of global revenues. Ofcom has also opened investigations into Teen Chat and Chat Avenue over grooming risks.
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