X, a bastion for hate, claims it will reduce hate content in the UK

X, the social media platform, has made commitments to reduce hate content in the UK, as stated by the British online safety regulator Ofcom. The agreement aims to enhance the protection of UK users from illegal hate and terror content on the platform. Under this new commitment, X has pledged to withhold access in the UK to accounts that are reported for posting illegal terrorist content and are determined to be operated by UK terror groups. Additionally, X has committed to assessing "at least 85 percent" of reports related to terror and hate speech within a maximum timeframe of 48 hours. This rapid response is intended to address concerns regarding the prevalence of harmful content on the platform. The agreement reflects a proactive approach by X to improve its content moderation practices in the UK. Furthermore, X has agreed to collaborate with experts to enhance its reporting systems for illegal hate and terror content. This collaboration aims to ensure that the platform is better equipped to handle such reports effectively. As part of the agreement, X will also submit quarterly performance data to Ofcom over the next 12 months, allowing for ongoing evaluation of its compliance with these commitments. Overall, these measures represent a significant step by X to address the issues of hate and terror content on its platform in the UK, responding to regulatory pressures and public concerns about online safety.