United Kingdom: Office of Communications announced investigation into Novi over alleged failure to implement effective age assurance measures and conduct children’s access assessments
Description
Office of Communications announced investigation into Novi over alleged failure to implement effective age assurance measures and conduct children’s access assessments
On 15 January 2026, the Office of Communications (Ofcom) opened an investigation into Novi regarding its generative artificial intelligence (AI) service, joi, for potential breaches of the Online Safety Act. The investigation examines whether the pr…
Scope
Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
Age verification requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: user-generated content, ML and AI development
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body