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    Oct 25

    Forwarding scam texts to 7726 can help protect you and others from future criminal scams. ➡️ You can find more advice and simple steps to stay safe and here:

    Purple text on grey background: "What is 7726?" White text next to it in a red bubble: "7726 is a number that any UK mobile customer can text to report suspicious calls and messages free of charge. This alerts your mobile provider to investigate and potentially block the number to help protect you." In the left corner: "Together we can stamp out scams". Square icons underneath read: "STOP!; DON'T CLICK; REPORT"
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  2. Retweeted
    2 hours ago

    Over 45 million people were targeted by scam calls & texts this summer, according . Text scams were most common, with three quarters of 16-34 year olds being targeted. Report suspicious texts to 7726 & delete. Read more:

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  3. Retweeted
    2 hours ago

    Thanks to our speakers and attendees for joining us yesterday to discuss delivering gigabit-capable broadband!

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  4. 6 hours ago

    It’s our role to uphold standards on TV and radio on behalf of viewers and listeners of all backgrounds. We’ve carried out research into minority ethnic communities’ expectations of TV and radio stations aimed specifically at them. Read our findings ⬇️

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  5. 9 hours ago

    WATCH: Melanie Dawes, our Chief Executive, reflects on so far, ahead of discussions later today around preventing online harm, and building greater diversity and purpose into modern newsrooms.

    Dame Melanie Dawes at Web Summit 2021
    Ofcom's Chief Executive reflects on taking part in a panel discussion debating 'upholding the truth and safety of journalism' at Web Summit 2021 in Lisbon.
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  6. Nov 2

    Coming to you from in Lisbon! Today, Melanie Dawes, our Chief Executive debated ‘upholding the truth and safety of journalism’ with , and . Tomorrow, the conversations continue around online safety, diversity in newsrooms and more.

    View of the Web Summit stage with the three panellists and chair. From left to right: Brian Carovillano – Associated Press, Matthew Kaminski – Politico, Dame Melanie Dawes – Ofcom, and the chair, James Ball – Bureau for Investigative Journalism.
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  7. Nov 2

    ▶️ Watch to learn how to forward a scam text to your provider on 7726 using an Android phone. Get more advice to help protect yourself from suspicious calls and texts in our guide:

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  8. Nov 2

    Our research shows that 16-34s are most likely to receive suspicious texts. It’s quick and easy to report these criminal scams by forwarding texts to 7726. ▶️ Follow our video guide to learn how to report a message on iOS. For Android, check the tweet below.

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  9. Nov 2

    Getting your broadband sorted can easily fall down the to-do list with the stress of moving house. Make sure you stay connected in your new home by following our three simple steps. ⬇️

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  10. Nov 1

    Did you know... 🏡 96% of UK homes can get superfast broadband 📺 UK adults spent a daily average of 5 hours and 40 minutes watching TV in 2020 📶 And a daily average of 3 hours and 37 minutes online Want more facts about our communications industry? ⬇️

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  11. Nov 1

    While 'Hello' might seem like the most obvious answer, the correct answer is in fact 'Login'! The system crashed right after the programmers at typed the letter 'O', but around an hour later they managed to send the entire word.

    in 1969 the first electronic message was transferred between two computers in California. The message attempted to send one word of text, but only the letters L and O made it across on the first go. Do you know what the word was?
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    Oct 27

    📢Have your say on the new guidance supporting Code 15! 📢 We are proposing seven pieces of guidance that will support some of the new Standards and Requirements in Code 15:

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  13. Nov 1

    Aside from spelling errors and odd links, other common signs of scam texts include: 🤔 The sender is an unknown number 💷 It asks you for bank details or a payment If in doubt, check with the organisation the text claims to be coming from.

    The answer to the question in the tweet quoted is: example number 2 is the scam text. The graphic circles a subtle mis-spelling and the link in the text to show these are signs of a scam. Text underneath:" Texts may contain one or a combination of these signs, but some might not have any.' In the top right a red bubble with white text: "You can report suspicious messages to your provider by forwarding the text to 7726."
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  14. Nov 1

    Gill Whitehead has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of the Digital Regulation Cooperation Forum (DRCF). Gill will lead the collective expertise of , , and Ofcom to oversee effective regulation of the digital landscape.

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  15. Oct 29

    🧟‍♂️ Don’t be scared, be ! Receiving suspicious calls or texts can leave you feeling frightened and frustrated. But reporting them can also help to protect you and others in future. Find out more 👉 Wishing you a safe and scam-free Halloween. 🎃

    Graphic concept of the opening scene in the movie Scream (1996). On the left is a cartoon likeness of the character Casey Becker looking frightened on the phone. On the right behind the text is a silhouette of the infamous 'Scream' mask in the window. Text: If you receive a call that doesn't feel right, report it to Action Fraud. For texts, forward the message to 7726. Together we can stamp out scams."
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  16. Oct 29

    Phone companies have agreed to block scam calls from abroad after we called on them to take action on fraudulent activity. 🙅 This means you'll be better protected from suspicious international calls that are masked by a UK number 🚫☎️ Here's how ⬇️

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  17. Oct 29

    Although the internet plays a part in most of our daily lives, 1.5 million UK homes still don't have an internet connection. Many people not online state as a key reason why - 46% say the internet is “too complicated”.

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  18. Oct 29

    in 1969 the first electronic message was transferred between two computers in California. The message attempted to send one word of text, but only the letters L and O made it across on the first go. Do you know what the word was?

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    Oct 22

    Fake news, misinformation, conspiracy theories... call it what you want but when verified & quality information isn't being shared it hinders the advancement of public good. Join us at to learn more:

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  20. Oct 28

    This we're celebrating the achievements of Black people in UK TV and radio. 📺🎙️ Our research shows Black people remain underrepresented in UK broadcasting, so we're highlighting the fantastic work of people in the industry. ⬇️

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  21. Oct 28

    How often do you check or think about the accuracy of information you come across online? 👨‍💻 Our study shows 24% of UK adults don't think about it at all, and 30% treat most of what they see online as fact. Read more from our research ➡️

    Infographic: Pie chart shaped like a shield illustrating the 'Amount of factual information found online considered to be truthful as a percentage of internet users. Some 41%. Don't think about it 24%. Don't know 2%. All 3%. Most 30%.
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