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The UK's censorship agency, Ofcom, has fined 4chan, a US company with no UK presence, £520,000 ($709,300) for engaging in speech and conduct which is perfectly legal - and constitutionally protected - in the United States. Not happening, Ofcom. Sorry. (twitter.com)

posted 118 days ago by SophiesBoyfriend 118 days ago by SophiesBoyfriend +50 / -0

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– ParadigmShift2070 22 points 118 days ago +22 / -0

Don't they also fine them for not having presence in the UK where the ofcom can send their fine letter and legal letters to

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