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What powers does Ofcom have?

Ofcom, the UK's communications regulator, has significant powers to enforce online safety. Under the Online Safety Act, it can demand information, issue notices, and impose substantial fines on companies that fail to comply. For serious breaches, these fines can be up to 10% of a company's global annual turnover, or £18 million, whichever is higher, making them a powerful deterrent.