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Ofcom Investigates Telegram for Violations of Online Safety Act

4/21/2026

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Ofcom, the Office of Communications, has opened a formal investigation into Telegram for potential non-compliance with the UK's Online Safety Act over child sexual abuse material (CSAM).
The probe follows evidence from the Canadian Centre for Child Protection.
The move signals an escalation of regulatory enforcement against major messaging platforms.
Ofcom is also examining other platforms, including Teen Chat and Chat Avenue, for similar issues.

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Story summary

Ofcom, the Office of Communications, has opened a formal investigation into Telegram for potential non-compliance with the UK's Online Safety Act over child sexual abuse material (CSAM).
The probe follows evidence from the Canadian Centre for Child Protection.
The move signals an escalation of regulatory enforcement against major messaging platforms.
Ofcom is also examining other platforms, including Teen Chat and Chat Avenue, for similar issues.