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Keeping children safe online: changes to the Online Safety Act explained

Office for Artificial Intelligence UK Published: 2025-08-01 17:09:52

New laws aimed at protecting children on the internet involve requiring websites to detect and remove harmful content, limiting data collection on children, and placing stricter rules on advertising targeting minors, with penalties for non-compliance. These laws are designed to safeguard children from harmful online content and protect their privacy while using digital platforms.

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How new laws that keep children safe on the internet work.
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