Majority of parents and youths prefer tiered access to social media over outright ban: MDDI
A survey by Singapore's Ministry of Digital Development and Information found that most parents and youths prefer tiered social media access over a total ban. The government plans to introduce legislation next year to enforce age-appropriate safety measures on platforms.
Why it matters
This reflects a growing global trend of governments seeking to balance digital freedom with child safety through regulatory frameworks rather than outright prohibition.
Excessive use of social media ranked among the top concerns raised by more than 2,000 parents and youths in an engagement by the Ministry of Digital Development and Information.
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