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Death Of A Forum: How The UK’s Online Safety Act Is Killing Communities

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We’ve been warning for years that the UK’s Online Safety Act would be a disaster for the open internet. Its supporters accused us of exaggerating, or “shilling” for Big Tech. But as we’ve long argued, while tech giants like Facebook and Google might be able to shoulder the law’s immense regulatory burdens, smaller sites would crumble. Well, it’s already happening. On Monday, the London Fixed Gear and Single-Speed (LFGSS) online forum announced t…

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Death Of A Forum: How The UK’s Online Safety Act Is Killing Communities

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UK Online Safety Act could force small websites to close down: here's why

Small websites and non-profits are shutting down as the U.K.’s Online Safety Act is set to enforce strict regulations and heavy fines for lack of compliance. Critics have decried the censorship, online monitoring, and loss of encryption safeguards.

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themondonews.com

UK Online Safety Law Threatens Closure of Numerous Small Websites

Small website owners say they may be forced to shut down Portra/Getty Images Hundreds of community websites and forums could be permanently shut down under the UK’s new online safety laws. Site operators say they are concerned that the legislation imposes onerous obligations and could expose them to multi-million pound fines. “We’re firmly in range [...] Source The post UK Online Safety Law Threatens Closure of Numerous Small Websites appeared f…

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feddit.uk

How does the upcoming Online Safety Act impact Feddit UK?

submitted by blackn1ght to feddituk16 points | 4 commentsI’ve seen a few articles where small UK based websites are shutting down due to the Online Safety Act that’s partly coming into force in March 2025. It looks like Feddit UK would be a prime target for what this act covers. Are we in a position to have the knowledge and tools to be compliant with the regulations? How does the act impact other instances on the fediverse that interact with u…

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NewScientist

Hundreds of small websites may shut down due to UK's Online Safety Act

Hundreds of community websites run for fans of everything from cycling to Sunderland AFC may be forced to shut down by the UK's Online Safety Act, which is designed to protect children from harmful content

3 months ago·Baltimore, United States

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Truth Unmuted

UK’s Online Safety Act Comes Into Effect: The Dangerous, Slippery Slope Of Censorship Laws – Truth Unmuted

by Willow Tohi | Natural News The UK’s Online Safety Act, passed in 2023, mandates social media platforms to remove illegal content under British law, with penalties including fines of up to 10% of global revenue and potential jail time for non-compliance. The Act lists over 130 illegal acts, including content that “stirs up hatred,” raising concerns about subjective interpretation and potential abuse by regulators to suppress legitimate speech.…

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