# Ofcom's New Stance: Tougher Rules for Big Tech

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Podcast: [London News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/london-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7573121)
Published: 2026-05-21T08:29:17+00:00
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Ofcoms new head, Ian Cheshire, signals a tougher stance on big tech, acknowledging concerns about online safety, particularly for children. He plans to order independent audits of platforms like TikTok and YouTube, while safety advocates welcome this shift. Other platforms like Snapchat and Roblox agree to implement additional safety measures, as the government considers new rules, including a potential ban on social media access for those under sixteen. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/22a1d57ea681ad7b

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