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4Chan and Kiwi Farms Challenge UK Online Safety Act

8/29/2025

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On August 27, 2025, 4Chan and Kiwi Farms sued the British government, alleging the Online Safety Act infringes on their rights as U.S. corporations.
They risk fines from Ofcom for failing to meet risk assessment requirements.
Their legal team contends that British law is inapplicable to U.S.-based companies.
Other websites are observing the case for its potential legal ramifications.

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Story summary

On August 27, 2025, 4Chan and Kiwi Farms sued the British government, alleging the Online Safety Act infringes on their rights as U.S. corporations.
They risk fines from Ofcom for failing to meet risk assessment requirements.
Their legal team contends that British law is inapplicable to U.S.-based companies.
Other websites are observing the case for its potential legal ramifications.