Meta, TikTok and X Challenge Ofcom Data Demands Under Online Safety Act
The companies say Ofcom’s notices demand unprecedented, granular moderation data, while the regulator says the information is needed to test the new regime.
- Meta, TikTok, and X are challenging Ofcom in court over information requests under the United Kingdom’s Online Safety Act.
- Ofcom’s February notices sought content moderation figures, including removed or restricted posts and users exposed to harmful content.
- The companies described the requests as an unprecedented burden, while Ofcom said it needs the data to assess whether the new rules work.
- The hearing ends Wednesday, and a separate Meta challenge over Ofcom’s fee calculations is expected in court next week.
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