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The U.K. government is not ruling out further beefing up existing online safety rules by adding an Australian-style ban on social media for under 16s

Summary

The UK government is considering a social media ban for under-16s, inspired by Australia, as part of efforts to enhance online safety under the Online Safety Act (OSA).

A feasibility study has been launched to assess the impact of social media and smartphones on children, with officials emphasizing the need for evidence-based decisions.

The OSA prioritizes child safety, tackling issues like intimate image abuse, harmful content, and disinformation.

Ofcom, the regulator, will enforce the law starting next spring, with potential fines for non-compliant tech companies.

  • OgmiosEnglish
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    4 hours ago

    Such a crock of shit every time these idiots try to solve the problems with bandaids while refusing to ignore the harm done by facilitating always-on open connections with every hostile foreign actor in the world. Borders and militaries used to exist for a reason: Because previous generations were aware that not everyone in the world wanted to be nice to each other.