Starmer gives tech firms ultimatum to block explicit images on children’s phones
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has issued an ultimatum to tech companies like Apple and Google to implement nudity-detection software on devices used by children. Failure to comply by September will result in new legislation and potential criminal liability for executives.
Why it matters
This represents a significant escalation in government efforts to regulate digital safety and hold tech giants accountable for content accessible to minors.
Children will be stopped from being able to access pornography, the Home Office said. Photograph: Matt Cardy/Getty Images View image in fullscreen Children will be stopped from being able to access pornography, the Home Office said. Photograph: Matt Cardy/Getty Images Internet safety Starmer gives tech firms ultimatum to block explicit images on children’s phones Companies such as Apple and Google have until September to install software or face legislation, says PM
The article presents the government's policy position while acknowledging the pressure from political figures and the tech industry's potential response.
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