Meta, TikTok, and X Lose UK High Court Challenge Over Ofcom Data Demands

Meta Platforms, TikTok, and X have lost a legal challenge in London's High Court against UK communications regulator Ofcom regarding extensive content moderation data demands. The dispute arose after Ofcom issued notices under the 2023 Online Safety Act requiring three years of metrics on post removals, visibility restrictions, and harmful content exposure. Tech firms argued compiling the data was irrational, exceptionally onerous, and would cost millions of pounds. The High Court dismissed the claims, upholding Ofcom's statutory authority. Under the Online Safety Act, companies failing to comply face potential fines reaching up to 10% of their global annual turnover.