A new publication from Ofcom is examining the impact of synthetic media, known within mainstream media as deepfake content.
11th July 2025
The publication of Ofcom’s Additional Measures codes for consultation marks a significant and welcome development in the UK’s approach to online safety. It is encouraging that Ofcom’s consultation cites StopNCII.org as an example of best practice. Our article explores how SWGfL is ready for this next step.
10th July 2025
The Department for Education (DfE) has released the preliminary “Information Only” version of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), with the full guidance expected to come into force on the 1st of September 2025.
8th July 2025
In its latest consultation, Ofcom has recognised StopNCII.org as a leading global solution for tackling image-based abuse.
30th June 2025
SWGfL returned to the IGF to speak up for those impacted by Intimate Image Abuse, to push for ethical, survivor-informed systems, and to ensure that digital governance continues to reflect real human experiences.
30th June 2025
From 25 July 2025, all pornography sites and apps accessed in the UK must implement effective age checks to protect children from adult content.
27th June 2025
Hash-matching has rapidly become a leading technology for protecting individuals online. Find out why StopNCII.org is now seen as an essential solution.
26th June 2025
We recently hosted a national webinar bringing together leading experts to unpack the findings of the Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2025.
19th June 2025
We are absolutely thrilled to extend our congratulations to Georgia Harrison on being appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE)
16th June 2025
We strongly welcome the decisive steps Meta is taking to address the growing threat of "nudify" apps (AI-powered tools that produce fake, non-consensual sexually explicit images).
13th June 2025
SWGfL took part in the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) event.
12th June 2025
A dedicated SEND hub has been created by SWGfL for educators, Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs), and Child Protection Leads.
11th June 2025
To ensure POSH remains effective, responsive, and relevant, we are inviting professionals to take part in a short survey.
9th June 2025
The digital landscape is changing and platforms must act to prevent the spread of intimate imagery shared without consent, and they must do so at scale.
4th June 2025
Safer Internet Day 2025 saw a record-breaking 57% of children and young people aged 8-17 in the UK hearing about the day.
2nd June 2025
The Report Harmful Content service handled 6,222 cases in 2024 (a 20.5% increase from the previous year).
29th May 2025