X Takes Step Towards UK Compliance Amid Controversy Over Hate and Terror Content

The UK’s online safety regulator, Ofcom, has accepted X’s new commitments aimed at protecting users from illegal hate and terror content on its platform. According to the agreement, X will now proactively withhold access in the UK to accounts that have been reported posting terrorist content, while also working with experts to improve reporting systems for such content. This move comes as X faces increasing pressure to address concerns over its handling of hate speech and terror-related content on its platform. X’s new commitments include a promise to assess at least 85% of reported terror and hate speech within 48 hours, and will submit quarterly performance data to Ofcom for the next year. These steps aim to enhance transparency and accountability in X’s efforts to combat illegal content on its platform, as it seeks to meet UK regulations and maintain public trust. The agreement marks a significant development in X’s efforts to address concerns over its handling of hate speech and terror-related content, and demonstrates its commitment to meeting the UK’s online safety standards. As X continues to work towards improving its reporting systems and combating illegal content, users can expect increased transparency and accountability from the platform.