online abuse

Keir Starmer addresses online abuse of women by tech firms

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Keir Starmer delivers a speech urging technology companies to take action against online abuse targeting women during an event in London.

In response to this escalating crisis, UK Labour leader Keir Starmer has publicly called on technology companies to take immediate action against the rampant abuse. During a speech on October 10, 2023, he emphasized that failure to address these issues would result in increased scrutiny and potential regulatory measures from the government, similar to the … Read more

Ofcom urges social media platforms to combat abuse and limit online ‘pile-ons’

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Ofcom urges social media platforms to combat abuse and limit online 'pile-ons'

In an era where social media profoundly influences public discourse, the issue of online abuse has gained significant attention. Ofcom, the communications regulator in the UK, recently highlighted the urgent need for social media platforms to intensify their efforts in combating online abuse and to take decisive actions against organized harassment, commonly referred to as … Read more