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UK plans new legislation for Apple and Google over child nudity on phones

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Apple and Google have missed a deadline set by the UK government to implement measures preventing children from accessing or sharing nude images on their devices. In response, the UK plans to introduce new legislation that could impose fines and criminal liability on these tech companies. Similar measures are being considered for platforms like Snapchat and Instagram. AI

IMPACT Potential for increased regulatory scrutiny on tech platforms regarding content moderation and child safety features.

RANK_REASON New legislation and potential fines for major tech companies regarding child safety on their platforms. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=3 ai=0.4]

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