Member

The provisions in Chapter 2 of the Online Safety Act have already made headlines, primarily for their stringent requirements on the largest and most influential online platforms, such as social media giants and search engines. These services, which cater to millions—even billions—of users globally, are being tasked with the profound responsibility of protecting vulnerable users, particularly children, from harmful online content. The rationale for these obligations is clear: with the reach and power that these platforms have, they also bear a substantial duty to mitigate risks, including online abuse, exploitation and exposure to harmful content. As a result of the Act, these platforms must carry out comprehensive risk assessments for users, especially children, and take proactive steps to protect them.