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File-sharing platform Im.ge fined for breaching UK Online Safety Act

( December 17, 2025, 11:12 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: File-sharing platform Im.ge has been fined £20,000 in the UK, for twice failing to comply with statutory information requests under the Online Safety Act. Media regulator Ofcom said on Wednesday it would impose an additional £100 daily penalty — for up to 60 days — until Im.ge submits its illegal-content risk assessment and revenue data. In a separate case, Ofcom also confirmed that AVS, which operates various porn platforms, has introduced new age-assurance checks after a separate fine was announced earlier this month.Statement follows....

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