UK Threatens to Block Tech Platforms Over Abusive Content
Britain wants nonconsensual abusive content gone within 48 hours or platforms face massive fines.
The UK government just dropped a hammer on tech companies. New proposed rules would force platforms to yank nonconsensual abusive content — including deepfake nudes — within 48 hours of being flagged.
Miss that deadline? Platforms risk getting blocked entirely in the UK. Oh, and fines of up to 10% of global revenue. That's not a typo.
The Prime Minister framed the move as a response to what he called a "national emergency" of online misogyny. Strong words, stronger penalties.
The 48-hour removal window is aggressive by international standards. Combined with the revenue-based fine structure, it gives the proposal real teeth. Tech firms operating in the UK market now face a clear choice: police abusive content fast, or pay a staggering price for inaction.
No word yet on implementation timelines or enforcement mechanisms.