Fight to block child sexual abuse images unites peers and MPs in cross-party campaign
Summary
UK lawmakers are pursuing cross-party plans to require mandatory CSAM-detection software on smartphones and tablets sold in Britain. The approach would blur or block child sexual abuse material (including AI-generated content) and prevent livestreaming of abuse, with older devices covered by updates. Government advocates argue the protections will safeguard children, while civil-liberties concerns persist and a bill is expected to compel major tech companies to implement the protections.