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Britain Threatens Tech Leaders Over Non-Consensual Image Removal

4/11/2026

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On April 10, 2026, Britain warned tech executives they could face personal liability and imprisonment if they do not remove non-consensual intimate images.
Ministers, including Online Safety Minister Kanishka Narayan, consider restricting under-16 social-media access as part of a broader online-safety debate, mirroring Australia.
The government previously required removal within 48 hours or face fines up to 10% of global revenue.
The proposal will be debated in Parliament next week.

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On April 10, 2026, Britain warned tech executives they could face personal liability and imprisonment if they do not remove non-consensual intimate images.
Ministers, including Online Safety Minister Kanishka Narayan, consider restricting under-16 social-media access as part of a broader online-safety debate, mirroring Australia.
The government previously required removal within 48 hours or face fines up to 10% of global revenue.
The proposal will be debated in Parliament next week.