Ottawa planning social media ban for children under 16, source says
The Canadian government is preparing to introduce legislation that would ban social media access for children under 16. The bill also aims to establish a digital regulator to enforce safety standards and mitigate harms from AI chatbots.
Why it matters
This reflects a growing global trend of governments attempting to regulate social media platforms to protect minors from online addiction and harmful content.
Australia has enacted a ban on social media for children under 16, while other countries are working on similar restrictions. Hollie Adams/Reuters
The article presents both the government's intent and the concerns raised by critics regarding privacy and effectiveness.
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