UK Social Media Platforms Urged to Curb Hate
UK Social Media Platforms Urged to Curb Hate
UK Social Media Platforms Urged to Curb Hate
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Recent riots in the UK have been fueled by far-right groups using Telegram to organize attacks on immigration centers and spread violent rhetoric. Ofcom, the UK's communications regulator, has called on social media companies to increase moderation to prevent their platforms from being used to incite violence and spread misinformation. The unrest followed false claims about a stabbing suspect's identity, which were amplified on platforms like X, formerly Twitter, leading to widespread violence. Despite Telegram's removal of some extremist channels, the calls for immediate action by social media companies have intensified as the country awaits the implementation of the Online Safety Act. Political figures, including PM Keir Starmer, have urged social media companies to uphold the law and prevent their platforms from being used for hate speech and organizing violent acts.

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