4chan will refuse to pay daily UK fines, its lawyer tells BBC

BBC·Aug 21

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4chan is facing fines in the UK over online safety violations, with reported amounts varying. The website's lawyer has stated that 4chan will refuse to pay the fines, with some reports suggesting the company is seeking intervention from the US. The dispute appears to be related to 4chan's implementation of age assurance measures under the UK's Online Safety Act.

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