Incoming Ofcom chair vows to take on ‘tech bros’
The incoming chair of Ofcom, Ian Cheshire, has committed to addressing online safety concerns related to tech platforms. He acknowledged the perception that the regulator has been complacent and slow in its actions. Cheshire emphasized the need for tech companies to demonstrate their commitment to improving online safety, particularly for under-16s.
- ▪Ian Cheshire has taken over as the chair of Ofcom and aims to tackle the influence of major tech companies.
- ▪He expressed personal concerns about the impact of social media on children under 16.
- ▪Cheshire indicated that Ofcom must clarify its capabilities in regulating tech platforms and communicate expectations effectively.
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The incoming Ofcom chair said tech platforms needed to show they were willing to do more on online safety. Photograph: Photographer: Bjoern Steinz/Björn Steinz/Panos PicturesView image in fullscreenThe incoming Ofcom chair said tech platforms needed to show they were willing to do more on online safety. Photograph: Photographer: Bjoern Steinz/Björn Steinz/Panos PicturesOfcomIncoming Ofcom chair vows to take on ‘tech bros’Ian Cheshire says media regulator must address perception it has been complacent and slow on online safetyMichael Savage and Dan MilmoWed 20 May 2026 13.32 EDTLast modified on Wed 20 May 2026 13.34 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleOfcom’s incoming chair has vowed to take on the “tech bros”, as he conceded there was now a perception the regulator had been complacent…
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