4chan will refuse to pay daily online safety fines, lawyer tells BBC

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4chan refuses to pay UK's Ofcom fines under the Online Safety Act, citing no legal obligation in the US.
Ofcom investigates 4chan for compliance with UK laws, including protecting users from illegal content.
4chan's lawyer claims the investigation is part of an 'illegal campaign of harassment' against US tech firms.
The platform argues US First Amendment rights protect it from UK regulatory actions.
US politicians and officials oppose UK and EU regulatory overreach on tech firms, citing free speech concerns.
Ofcom may seek court orders to disrupt 4chan's UK operations if fines are unenforceable in the US.

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