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We have the technology to detect, block and remove CSAM. It exists and is already operational on some phones. On-device AI software developed by companies in this field can identify and prevent the creation and sharing of harmful imagery in real time without accessing encrypted communications. Because the intervention occurs on the device itself before content is shared, it does not require platforms to compromise end-to-end encryption. The Internet Watch Foundation has the tools to identify CSAM against a database of previously confirmed material and flag it for removal. These tools are proven, scalable and available now. Why not use them? Rather than placing obligations on platforms to moderate content after abuse material has been shared, let us target the hardware layer: the device on which the CSAM is created and consumed. This will mandate prevention at source. Earlier today, I was in a meeting with the developers of this technology. They are totally confident that it can be easily rolled out if the will is there.