The UK considers banning social media for under-16s as part of new online safety regulations.

The UK government is considering a social media ban for under-16s and has launched a research project to study the impact of social media on children's mental health. Technology Secretary Peter Kyle is gathering evidence to assess social media's effects, as tech firms have not provided enough information. The government is also instructing media regulator Ofcom to prioritize online safety under the new Online Safety Act, set to take effect in spring. The act will require tech firms to protect users from harmful content, with large fines for non-compliance.

November 20, 2024
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