Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org  ·  activity timestamp 3 days ago

The UK Online Safety Act is a badly designed, overblown piece of legislation that's laying waste to content online.

Ofcom must take stock of these threats to freedom of expression in their guidance and Parliament must reform the Act.

Write to your MP ⬇️

https://action.openrightsgroup.org/tell-your-mp-online-safety-act-isn%E2%80%99t-working

#OnlineSafetyAct#OnlineSafety #osa #censorship #freespeech #ukpolitics #ukpol #privacy
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org  ·  activity timestamp 3 days ago

The UK Online Safety Act is an unworkable mess 💩

Can it be changed? And if so, is there the political will to do it?

Instead of doubling down on more censorship, Ofcom and the government must take steps to protect freedom of expression.

ORG's Sara Chitseko and @JamesBaker discuss.

Watch now ➡️ https://peertube.openrightsgroup.org/w/qi2DNB98c1C2Ny7Kg1Zg4v

#OnlineSafetyAct #onlinesafety #osa #ukpol #ukpolitics #freespeech #freeexpression #freedomofexpression #censorship #ofcom #privacy
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org  ·  activity timestamp 3 days ago

How do you solve a problem like the UK Online Safety Act? 😵‍💫

ORG is calling for a rights-based approach.

One that limits the scope of the OSA to minimise threats to free expression and regulates the age verification industry to protect privacy.

Here’s how ⬇️

https://www.openrightsgroup.org/publications/how-to-fix-the-online-safety-act-a-rights-first-approach/

#OnlineSafetyAct#OnlineSafety #osa #freespeech #privacy #freeexpression #ukpolitics #ukpol #ofcom #censorship #ageverification
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org replied  ·  activity timestamp 3 days ago

The UK Online Safety Act is a badly designed, overblown piece of legislation that's laying waste to content online.

Ofcom must take stock of these threats to freedom of expression in their guidance and Parliament must reform the Act.

Write to your MP ⬇️

https://action.openrightsgroup.org/tell-your-mp-online-safety-act-isn%E2%80%99t-working

#OnlineSafetyAct#OnlineSafety #osa #censorship #freespeech #ukpolitics #ukpol #privacy
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org  ·  activity timestamp 3 days ago

The UK Online Safety Act is an unworkable mess 💩

Can it be changed? And if so, is there the political will to do it?

Instead of doubling down on more censorship, Ofcom and the government must take steps to protect freedom of expression.

ORG's Sara Chitseko and @JamesBaker discuss.

Watch now ➡️ https://peertube.openrightsgroup.org/w/qi2DNB98c1C2Ny7Kg1Zg4v

#OnlineSafetyAct #onlinesafety #osa #ukpol #ukpolitics #freespeech #freeexpression #freedomofexpression #censorship #ofcom #privacy
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org replied  ·  activity timestamp 3 days ago

How do you solve a problem like the UK Online Safety Act? 😵‍💫

ORG is calling for a rights-based approach.

One that limits the scope of the OSA to minimise threats to free expression and regulates the age verification industry to protect privacy.

Here’s how ⬇️

https://www.openrightsgroup.org/publications/how-to-fix-the-online-safety-act-a-rights-first-approach/

#OnlineSafetyAct#OnlineSafety #osa #freespeech #privacy #freeexpression #ukpolitics #ukpol #ofcom #censorship #ageverification
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org  ·  activity timestamp 3 days ago

The UK Online Safety Act is an unworkable mess 💩

Can it be changed? And if so, is there the political will to do it?

Instead of doubling down on more censorship, Ofcom and the government must take steps to protect freedom of expression.

ORG's Sara Chitseko and @JamesBaker discuss.

Watch now ➡️ https://peertube.openrightsgroup.org/w/qi2DNB98c1C2Ny7Kg1Zg4v

#OnlineSafetyAct #onlinesafety #osa #ukpol #ukpolitics #freespeech #freeexpression #freedomofexpression #censorship #ofcom #privacy
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org  ·  activity timestamp 4 days ago

Content takedowns under the UK Online Safety Act could go further ⚠️

Damaging free expression has knock-on effects. It limits what we get to know about in the public interest and how we can hold power to account.

ORG's Sara Chitseko and @JamesBaker discuss the impact on live-streaming.

Watch now ➡️ https://peertube.openrightsgroup.org/w/a34kKNvs3iyAUTSQSofwX7

#OnlineSafetyAct #onlinesafety#OSA #ukpolitics #ukpol #freedomofexpression #freespeech #freeexpression #censorship #ofcom
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org  ·  activity timestamp 4 days ago

Content takedowns under the UK Online Safety Act could go further ⚠️

Damaging free expression has knock-on effects. It limits what we get to know about in the public interest and how we can hold power to account.

ORG's Sara Chitseko and @JamesBaker discuss the impact on live-streaming.

Watch now ➡️ https://peertube.openrightsgroup.org/w/a34kKNvs3iyAUTSQSofwX7

#OnlineSafetyAct #onlinesafety#OSA #ukpolitics #ukpol #freedomofexpression #freespeech #freeexpression #censorship #ofcom
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org replied  ·  activity timestamp 4 days ago

The UK regulator Ofcom is consulting on the use of proactive tech to scan, check and remove content before people even see it.

Combined with the weak protection for free expression in the Online Safety Act, the UK public risk facing widespread censorship online.

Tell your MP it has to change ⬇️

https://action.openrightsgroup.org/tell-your-mp-online-safety-act-isn%E2%80%99t-working

#OnlineSafetyAct #onlinesafety#OSA #ukpolitics #ukpol #ofcom #freespeech #freedomofexpression #freeexpression #censorship
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org  ·  activity timestamp 4 days ago

Content takedowns under the UK Online Safety Act could go further ⚠️

Damaging free expression has knock-on effects. It limits what we get to know about in the public interest and how we can hold power to account.

ORG's Sara Chitseko and @JamesBaker discuss the impact on live-streaming.

Watch now ➡️ https://peertube.openrightsgroup.org/w/a34kKNvs3iyAUTSQSofwX7

#OnlineSafetyAct #onlinesafety#OSA #ukpolitics #ukpol #freedomofexpression #freespeech #freeexpression #censorship #ofcom

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Graham Smith
@cyberleagle@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 5 days ago

It really is the most extraordinary thing, in a European human rights document (Council of Europe draft #OnlineSafety Recommendation) to suggest that any class of internet user should have to limit themselves to 'contributing to a healthy, informed, and democratic public discourse' (whatever that may mean).

Principles for content creators 26. All content cestors have a responsibilty to contribute to a healthy, informed, and democratic public discourse which is respectful of the rights of others. The level of their responsibility may vary according to factors such as the nature and form of the content and its contribution to debate on matters of public interest. The particular role, professional standing, or position in society of the content creator may entail specific and additional responsibilities, as well as corresponding accountability mechanisms. Content creators who reach a significant audience or claiming professional expertise bear a heightened duty to act in good faith, to uphold principles of accuracy, fairness, and integrity and to respect the rights of others.
Principles for content creators 26. All content cestors have a responsibilty to contribute to a healthy, informed, and democratic public discourse which is respectful of the rights of others. The level of their responsibility may vary according to factors such as the nature and form of the content and its contribution to debate on matters of public interest. The particular role, professional standing, or position in society of the content creator may entail specific and additional responsibilities, as well as corresponding accountability mechanisms. Content creators who reach a significant audience or claiming professional expertise bear a heightened duty to act in good faith, to uphold principles of accuracy, fairness, and integrity and to respect the rights of others.
Principles for content creators 26. All content cestors have a responsibilty to contribute to a healthy, informed, and democratic public discourse which is respectful of the rights of others. The level of their responsibility may vary according to factors such as the nature and form of the content and its contribution to debate on matters of public interest. The particular role, professional standing, or position in society of the content creator may entail specific and additional responsibilities, as well as corresponding accountability mechanisms. Content creators who reach a significant audience or claiming professional expertise bear a heightened duty to act in good faith, to uphold principles of accuracy, fairness, and integrity and to respect the rights of others.
Graham Smith
@cyberleagle@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 5 days ago

It really is the most extraordinary thing, in a European human rights document (Council of Europe draft #OnlineSafety Recommendation) to suggest that any class of internet user should have to limit themselves to 'contributing to a healthy, informed, and democratic public discourse' (whatever that may mean).

Principles for content creators 26. All content cestors have a responsibilty to contribute to a healthy, informed, and democratic public discourse which is respectful of the rights of others. The level of their responsibility may vary according to factors such as the nature and form of the content and its contribution to debate on matters of public interest. The particular role, professional standing, or position in society of the content creator may entail specific and additional responsibilities, as well as corresponding accountability mechanisms. Content creators who reach a significant audience or claiming professional expertise bear a heightened duty to act in good faith, to uphold principles of accuracy, fairness, and integrity and to respect the rights of others.
Principles for content creators 26. All content cestors have a responsibilty to contribute to a healthy, informed, and democratic public discourse which is respectful of the rights of others. The level of their responsibility may vary according to factors such as the nature and form of the content and its contribution to debate on matters of public interest. The particular role, professional standing, or position in society of the content creator may entail specific and additional responsibilities, as well as corresponding accountability mechanisms. Content creators who reach a significant audience or claiming professional expertise bear a heightened duty to act in good faith, to uphold principles of accuracy, fairness, and integrity and to respect the rights of others.
Principles for content creators 26. All content cestors have a responsibilty to contribute to a healthy, informed, and democratic public discourse which is respectful of the rights of others. The level of their responsibility may vary according to factors such as the nature and form of the content and its contribution to debate on matters of public interest. The particular role, professional standing, or position in society of the content creator may entail specific and additional responsibilities, as well as corresponding accountability mechanisms. Content creators who reach a significant audience or claiming professional expertise bear a heightened duty to act in good faith, to uphold principles of accuracy, fairness, and integrity and to respect the rights of others.
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org  ·  activity timestamp last week

The UK Online Safety Act is trashing free speech 👁️‍🗨️

Automated filters designed to blot out 'illegal' content will result in over-moderation.

This has serious consequences, particularly when combined with the proscription of Palestine Action.

Hear from ORG's Sara Chitseko and @JamesBaker.

➡️ https://peertube.openrightsgroup.org/w/u7J4aHLHLXVsq8xKye5Ub7

#OnlineSafetyAct #onlinesafety #osa #freespeech #freedomofexpression#PalestineAction #censorship #ukpolitics #ukpol
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org  ·  activity timestamp last week

The UK Online Safety Act is trashing free speech 👁️‍🗨️

Automated filters designed to blot out 'illegal' content will result in over-moderation.

This has serious consequences, particularly when combined with the proscription of Palestine Action.

Hear from ORG's Sara Chitseko and @JamesBaker.

➡️ https://peertube.openrightsgroup.org/w/u7J4aHLHLXVsq8xKye5Ub7

#OnlineSafetyAct #onlinesafety #osa #freespeech #freedomofexpression#PalestineAction #censorship #ukpolitics #ukpol
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org replied  ·  activity timestamp last week

Algorithms will hyperactively dredge feeds of what's 'illegal' before people even see it.

Platforms will over-moderate, rather than face penalties.

The impact on protest and debate is far-reaching when up against automated censorship.

Write to your MP (UK) ⬇️

https://action.openrightsgroup.org/tell-your-mp-online-safety-act-isn%E2%80%99t-working

#OnlineSafetyAct #onlinesafety #osa #censorship #freespeech #ukpolitics #ukpol
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org  ·  activity timestamp last week

The UK Online Safety Act is trashing free speech 👁️‍🗨️

Automated filters designed to blot out 'illegal' content will result in over-moderation.

This has serious consequences, particularly when combined with the proscription of Palestine Action.

Hear from ORG's Sara Chitseko and @JamesBaker.

➡️ https://peertube.openrightsgroup.org/w/u7J4aHLHLXVsq8xKye5Ub7

#OnlineSafetyAct #onlinesafety #osa #freespeech #freedomofexpression#PalestineAction #censorship #ukpolitics #ukpol

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Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org  ·  activity timestamp last week

Teens are left in the dark when it comes to getting support or news online.

Adults have to stay in the soft play area unless they scatter their ID or biometrics across the Internet.

The UK Online Safety Act is a shoddy law.

Tell your MP it’s gotta change ⬇️

https://action.openrightsgroup.org/tell-your-mp-online-safety-act-isn%E2%80%99t-working

#OnlineSafetyAct #onlinesafety #osa #ageverification #freespeech #privacy #ukpolitics #ukpol
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org  ·  activity timestamp last week

Teens are locked out of parts of the Internet by the age gate that the UK Online Safety Act has imposed 🚧

Don't believe the hype: it goes way beyond the headlines of porn.

From health advice to memes, sites are over-moderating content or completely blocking under 18s to avoid the duties imposed by the Act.

ORG's Sara Chitseko and @JamesBaker explain it all.

Watch now ➡️ https://peertube.openrightsgroup.org/w/hRyeN5WiKz4WcsnMTKMu8x

#OnlineSafetyAct #onlinesafety #freespeech #ageverification #ukpolitics #ukpol #osa
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org replied  ·  activity timestamp last week

Teens are left in the dark when it comes to getting support or news online.

Adults have to stay in the soft play area unless they scatter their ID or biometrics across the Internet.

The UK Online Safety Act is a shoddy law.

Tell your MP it’s gotta change ⬇️

https://action.openrightsgroup.org/tell-your-mp-online-safety-act-isn%E2%80%99t-working

#OnlineSafetyAct #onlinesafety #osa #ageverification #freespeech #privacy #ukpolitics #ukpol
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org  ·  activity timestamp last week

Teens are locked out of parts of the Internet by the age gate that the UK Online Safety Act has imposed 🚧

Don't believe the hype: it goes way beyond the headlines of porn.

From health advice to memes, sites are over-moderating content or completely blocking under 18s to avoid the duties imposed by the Act.

ORG's Sara Chitseko and @JamesBaker explain it all.

Watch now ➡️ https://peertube.openrightsgroup.org/w/hRyeN5WiKz4WcsnMTKMu8x

#OnlineSafetyAct #onlinesafety #freespeech #ageverification #ukpolitics #ukpol #osa
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org  ·  activity timestamp last week

VPNs are vital for online safety, but they're now in the firing line.

People have turned to them to protect their privacy, rather than splurge their data to unregulated age verification providers following the UK Online Safety Act.

But they have an important role to guard against predators online.

ORG's @JamesBaker explains why we must resist moves to age-gate this tech ⬇️

https://peertube.openrightsgroup.org/w/dmtYyFMktAE4hhdZWYSzH9

#OnlineSafetyAct #onlinesafety#VPN #ukpolitics #ukpol #cybersecurity #privacy
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org  ·  activity timestamp last week

VPNs are vital for online safety, but they're now in the firing line.

People have turned to them to protect their privacy, rather than splurge their data to unregulated age verification providers following the UK Online Safety Act.

But they have an important role to guard against predators online.

ORG's @JamesBaker explains why we must resist moves to age-gate this tech ⬇️

https://peertube.openrightsgroup.org/w/dmtYyFMktAE4hhdZWYSzH9

#OnlineSafetyAct #onlinesafety#VPN #ukpolitics #ukpol #cybersecurity #privacy
Open Rights Group
@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org  ·  activity timestamp 2 weeks ago

The cybersecurity wrecking ball is turning to VPNs ‼️

It's dangerous to attack a tool that can help to keep adults and children safe online.

Age-gating this tech for UK users would increase cybercrime and put under 18s at a greater risk of predators.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn438z3ejxyo

#OnlineSafetyAct #onlinesafety#VPN #cybersecurity #privacy #ukpolitics #ukpol