Breaking Down the Jargon Pursuant to its mandate, Ofcom has opened up a consultation on the documents it has recently published on the dos and don’t for platforms falling under the Online Safety Act with respect to the duty to carry out an illegal content risk assessment and implement safety measures to protect users. We, …
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In this insightful and practical webinar, we delve into the complexities of the Digital Services Act (DSA) and provide pragmatic guidance for businesses of all sizes, from SMEs to large-scale enterprises. The DSA, known for its intricate and challenging nature, demands a thorough understanding and meticulous compliance from businesses in the digital sphere. Join us …
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The nineteen designated very large online platforms (VLOPs) and search engines (VLOSEs) have published their first bi-annual transparency reports under Articles 15, 24 and 42 of the EU’s Digital Services Act (DSA). These reports provide valuable insight into how intermediary services can understand and deliver on their respective reporting obligations. Transparency reporting recap: The why, …
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The Online Safety Bill has now received Royal Assent, meaning Ofcom’s powers as online safety regulator have officially commenced. On the other side of the Channel, Europe’s Digital Services Act (DSA) has checked off some key deadlines for very large online platforms (VLOPs) and very large online search engines (VLOSEs), with all the first DSA …
Navigating the complexities of digital transparency and current reporting The digital landscape is incredibly dynamic, reflecting rapid transformations and continuous regulatory updates. One significant stride towards creating a more reliable and transparent digital environment is the European Union’s Digital Services Act (DSA). This comprehensive framework mandates online platforms to disclose their inner workings, especially concerning …
DSA Transparency Reports tracker: A step towards a more transparent digital world Read More »
In response to the evolving digital arena, stringent regulations like the Digital Services Act (DSA) and the UK’s Online Safety Bill (OSA) are emerging, posing new challenges, especially for small and micro enterprises. To navigate this complex shift, Tremau is hosting a crucial webinar on November 16th, offering a pragmatic discussion on these regulatory changes. …
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August 26, 2023, marked a historic day for the Digital Services Act (DSA) as Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs) and Very Large Online Search Engines (VLOSEs) completed their inaugural risk assessment reports. These risk assessments initiate a series of annual requirements, which encompass transparency reporting, external audits, and subsequent risk assessments. DSA deadlines, including the …
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Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs) and Very Large Online Search Engines (VLOSEs) reached a significant milestone on August 26 – their first day of compliance with the Digital Services Act (DSA). This included completing the first ever online platform systemic risk assessments — which marks the beginning of a series of annual requirements, including transparency …
Inaugural webinar on the DSA – Kicking things off with Jeff Dunn! We’re excited to introduce a captivating webinar that delves deep into the world of the Digital Services Act (DSA). This series aims to provide valuable insights and discussions around DSA, and we’re honored to commence our first session with none other than Jeff …
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On September 20th, 2023, the UK’s Online Safety Act passed its final parliamentary hurdle and is set to become law. The Act will impose unprecedented obligations on the trust and safety policies and operations of relevant online services operating in the UK. By-and-large, these obligations can be divided between two parts: (1) new substantive duties …
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Over the last few years, the EU has implemented several regulations concerning online services like the Digital Services Act (DSA) and the Terrorist Content Online (TCO) Regulation. Find out how your business will be impacted in our Resource Centre.
The Digital Services Act will apply to you depending on what type of online service you are. For most online intermediaries, it will start applying in February 2024. However, for a select group of services, known as Very Large Online Platforms, the DSA could be applicable as early as June 2023.
Content moderation tools are software applications used by content moderators to help them perform their duties. There are different types of tools available in the market such as AI based detection tools and workflow process tools that optimise and automate processes and facilitate communication between stakeholders. Many established companies build their own workflow tools to suit their own processes for lack of commercially available options.
Safety by design is an approach to developing a product with safety of users as one of its foundational cornerstones. Safety is integrated in the design and development phase to pre-empt abuse of the product later on, reducing the need for reactive remedies.
Quality Assurance (QA) in content moderation is becoming increasingly important as regulation around content moderation, like the DSA, becomes more prevalent. Besides being a best practice, QA is needed to demonstrate to authorities that a company is applying its policies, controlling its processes and, where appropriate, executing improvement mechanisms.
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