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UK Online Safety Act risks ‘seriously infringing’ free speech, says X

Elon Musk's social media platform X is pushing back against the UK's Online Safety Act (OSA), arguing that the law's strict enforcement by regulator Ofcom could severely limit free speech. While X acknowledges the law's good intentions—like protecting kids from harmful content—it claims the aggressive approach risks overreach and censorship.

UK Online Safety Act risks ‘seriously infringing’ free speech, says X

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Elon Musk's social media platform X is pushing back against the UK's Online Safety Act (OSA), arguing that the law's strict enforcement by regulator Ofcom could severely limit free speech. While X acknowledges the law's good intentions—like protecting kids from harmful content—it claims the aggressive approach risks overreach and censorship.
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