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Category: Scams
Proposed rules would make social media and search platforms check who buys ads
Ofcom has proposed nearly 40 rules, including a public library of every ad a platform runs. Nothing changes yet, and any rules would need approval by Parliament.
Category: Scams
New rules will force mobile networks to block scam texts
Ofcom has finalised the new rules, backed by fines of up to 10% of turnover. But networks have until January 2027 to comply, and a further six months for texts that impersonate a business.
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