UK to Ban Under-16s From High-Risk Social Media
Measures to include restrictions on ‘safe’ social media apps, with some fearing banning some platforms and not others will lead to legal challenges Teenagers under the age of 16 are to be banned from accessing “high-risk” social media apps while safer platforms will be subjected to restrictions, under a sweeping government crackdown. Under-18s will also be banned from using romantic or sexual AI chatbots after a consultation on keeping children safe online . Continue reading.
The UK government plans to prohibit individuals under the age of 16 from accessing social media applications deemed "high-risk." Additionally, platforms considered safer will face restrictions as part of a broader government initiative to enhance online child safety. The new measures will also prevent those under 18 from using AI chatbots with romantic or sexual functionalities. Concerns have been raised that differentiating between platforms could lead to legal challenges.
This policy represents a significant government intervention into the digital lives of minors, aiming to protect them from online harms but potentially raising issues of censorship and enforcement.
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