Amazon mistakenly streams adult-rated films to children
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Amazon mistakenly streamed a 15-rated film instead of a PG movie to a child who rented 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid,' leading to an Ofcom investigation. Amazon apologized, fixed the issue within 48 hours, and updated its processes to prevent future errors, but was found in breach of rules without being fined.
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