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4chan Faces UK Block Over £20K Fine Refusal
10/17/2025
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- 4chan faces potential UK blocking after refusing to pay a £20,000 fine from Ofcom, the UK regulator, for violating the Online Safety Act.
- 4chan failed to provide information on illegal content risks.
- Ofcom warned that continued non-compliance could lead to penalties up to £18 million or blocking access.
- 4chan has 60 days to comply with Ofcom's requests.
