X tells UK court Ofcom’s data demands impose excessive costs and workload
By Imogen Howse ( October 6, 2026, 15:14 GMT | Insight) -- X has argued that UK communications regulator Ofcom’s information demands under the Online Safety Act impose a disproportionate burden requiring months of work and millions of pounds in costs, a London court heard Tuesday. Its lawyer also accused the watchdog of failing to consider whether an impact assessment was required. Ofcom disputed the company’s claims and said its evidence does not prove that the requests are disproportionate. X has argued that UK regulator Ofcom’s information demands under the Online Safety Act impose a "disproportionate" burden requiring months of work and millions of pounds in costs, a London court heard Tuesday....
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