The UK plans to update the Media Act 2024 to bring streaming platforms with 500K+ users under "enhanced" Ofcom regulation, giving it power to investigate them (K.J. Yossman/Variety)
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The United Kingdom will amend the Media Act 2024 to place streaming platforms with more than 500,000 users under an enhanced, broadcaster-style regulatory framework overseen by Ofcom, granting the regulator investigative powers. The change means services such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Disney+ will be subject to stricter oversight comparable to traditional television broadcasters.
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How it was reported
- TechMeme·The UK plans to update the Media Act 2024 to bring streaming platforms with 500K+ users under "enhanced" Ofcom regulation, giving it power to investigate them (K.J. Yossman/Variety)
The UK plans to update the Media Act 2024, bringing streaming platforms with over 500,000 users under enhanced Ofcom regulation. This will give Ofcom the power to investigate these platforms. Enhanced regulation will apply to large streaming services.
- The Next Web·UK brings streaming giants like Netflix, Amazon and Disney+ under broadcaster-style regulation
The UK government is regulating streaming giants like Netflix and Amazon under broadcaster-style rules. This change aligns video-on-demand platforms with traditional TV broadcasters. The new rules are part of the Media Act 2024.
- Engadget·Netflix, Disney+ and other major streaming services face stricter UK oversight
UK oversight of major streaming services is set to increase. Netflix and Disney+ will face stricter regulations. Stricter rules will likely impact their operations.
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