The UK government is pushing past tech industry resistance to block younger teens from social apps, citing addictive features like infinite scroll.
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces sweeping legislation that will also target online gaming and livestreaming platforms.
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U.K. to Ban Social Media for Teens Under 16
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The U.K. is moving ahead with a social media ban for teenagers under 16, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Monday.
A teen social media ban pilot in the U.K. will include restrictions ranging from curfews to time caps on popular apps like…
The U.K. seems to be following Australia's lead in banning a wide swath of social media for teens.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to announce a policy banning social media use for children under 16, following earlier…
“I fundamentally believe that we must harness the power of technology to build a stronger, fairer Britain," said British Prime…
The ban is set to begin early 2027.
