#OSA2025

a passing thought i just had

why is it that digital id is being introduced when the dvla still wants forms via post

#onlinesafetyact #osa2025 #osa #ukpol #ukpolitics #politics

https://imgur.com {"data":{"error":"Content not available in your region."},"success":false,"status":400}

i heard last night that imgur was blocked, but i was a bit drunk so i didn't verify it

until this morning, when i actually needed to use it

oh my good god, it is blocked
#OnlineSafetyAct strikes again
and it makes me angry that out of touch MPs are blocking […]

[Original post on billys.mom]

Message in green ‘bubble’: “As part of our compliance program for the UK Online Safety Act, adult Xbox accounts must verify their age to keep full access to social features like chat and invites. Starting early 2026, these features will be limited until you verify, though you'll still be able to access your account, purchases, games, and achievements. Select below to learn more.”

Fired up the Xbox. Notice about verification for UK #OSA2025. The first notice I’ve been presented with anywhere. I’m disinclined to trust parties with my data that don’t *need* it.

Incidentally, I signed up to XBL when it 1st launched in UK in Nov 2003; over 21yrs ago.

#OSA2025