Meta Challenges UK Regulator Ofcom Over Online Safety Fees
Meta has launched a High Court challenge against Ofcom, the UK's media regulator, regarding the fees and potential fines associated with the new Online Safety Act. The tech giant is disputing aspects of the regulatory regime.
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Meta brings High Court challenge over Ofcom fees
Meta said Ofcom's calculations were "disproportionate"; the regulator said it would defend its position.
Read full article →Meta claims Ofcom ‘unprecedented’ fining power is unlawful
Facebook owner mounts legal challenge over UK online safety rules and penalties
Read full article →Meta sues Ofcom over fines regime for breaches of Online Safety Act
Facebook and Instagram owner claims charges should not be calculated based on a company’s global revenue Meta has launched a legal challenge against the UK’s media regulator over the fees and fines regime it is enforcing under landmark digital safety legislation. The Facebook and Instagram owner is claiming that Ofcom’s methodology for calculating the charges is flawed and should not be based on a company’s global revenue. Breaches of the Online Safety Act can be punished by fines of up to 10...
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