Starmer tells Apple and Google to ban nude images on children's phones - BBC
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called on Apple and Google to implement software features that block children from accessing or sharing sexually explicit images. The government has threatened legislation and fines if the companies do not comply within three months.
Why it matters
This represents a significant push by the UK government to regulate tech giants regarding child safety, setting a potential precedent for global digital content moderation.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Zoe Kleinman Technology editor Getty Images Tech companies such as Apple and Google have been asked by the UK government to block access to naked images on smartphones and other devices for under-18s.
The article provides a balanced view, quoting the Prime Minister's demands and the tech companies' responses.
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