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UK Media Bill Eyes Prominent PSB Content on YouTube and TikTok
international-news2 months ago

UK Media Bill Eyes Prominent PSB Content on YouTube and TikTok

Britain's government is drafting a Media Bill that would require platforms such as YouTube and TikTok to promote public-service broadcasters (BBC, ITV, Channel 4, and Paramount-owned Channel 5) content more prominently in feeds and search results, with a 10-week industry consultation to follow; ministers say the move aims to boost trusted news and PSBs online amid misinformation, while platforms warn it could distort discovery; a separate plan would guarantee free access to major sports events.

King Charles III Calls for Streamer Regulation in UK, Targets Netflix and Disney+
government-regulation2 years ago

King Charles III Calls for Streamer Regulation in UK, Targets Netflix and Disney+

The U.K. government plans to introduce the Media Bill, which includes regulations for streaming services to follow the code of conduct set by media regulator Ofcom or face fines or restrictions. The bill aims to protect children and ensure a level playing field for traditional broadcasters. Streamers have expressed concerns about the impact on content availability, while traditional broadcasters welcome the bill. The King's Speech also mentioned plans to abolish a part of press regulation.