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The UK Places a Sweeping Ban on Social Media for Kids Under 16
The UK government is introducing a ban on social media for children under 16 and setting a minimum age for some chatbots to protect young people from harmful online content. The policy aims to shield minors from 'dangerous corners of the web' by restricting access to social media platforms and certain AI tools.
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