Ofcom Fines File-Sharing Service £20,000 for Non-Compliance

Ofcom has issued a £20,000 fine, along with a daily penalty of £100, to a file-sharing service for non-compliance with legally binding information requests under the UK's Online Safety Act. The service failed to provide requested information, including its illegal content risk assessment and qualifying worldwide revenue, which are crucial for Ofcom's oversight of measures to tackle child sexual abuse material (CSAM).

This enforcement action highlights the critical importance of timely and accurate responses to Ofcom's statutory information requests. Regulated entities must ensure they comply with all such requests to avoid penalties. Failure to provide the outstanding information by the specified deadline will result in continued daily penalties. This action underscores Ofcom's commitment to enforcing online safety duties and protecting users from illegal content.