UK to restrict social media for under 16s
The UK plans to ban children under 16 from using major social media platforms, including TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and X, with enforcement expected early next year. The move follows a public consultation in which over 90% of respondents supported the ban, and aims to address concerns about social media’s impact on children's well-being. Technology companies could face multimillion-dollar fines if they fail to prevent under-16 access, while messaging apps like WhatsApp and Signal would be exempt.
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