Britain Fines 4chan in First Online Safety Enforcement Case
The U.S.-based website faces penalties for failing to protect users from harmful content.
Britain has issued its first-ever online safety fine to the U.S. website 4chan, marking a significant milestone in the enforcement of the country’s new digital safety laws.
Regulators say the site failed to take adequate measures to prevent the spread of harmful and illegal material online.
The fine underscores the UK government’s determination to hold digital platforms accountable for content moderation under the Online Safety Act.