Infinite Scrolling
Coverage of Infinite Scrolling in the Nexus archive.
- EU demands Facebook and Instagram dismantle design features it calls addictive for users
The European Union accused Meta of breaching social media laws by designing Facebook and Instagram with addictive features like infinite scrolling and autoplay. The EU demanded Meta disable these features and comply with the Digital Services Act to protect users' physical and mental health, including minors, with potential fines up to 6% of the company's global revenue.
- ‘A tsunami of harm’: views on tackling online safety for under-16s in the UK
The UK government is consulting on stricter online safety measures for children under 16, including potential bans on social media platforms or restrictions on addictive features like infinite scrolling. Campaigners, legislators, and experts are pushing for stronger action despite the existing Online Safety Act, with a submission deadline approaching.
- ‘A tsunami of harm’: views on tackling online safety for under-16s in the UK
The UK government is consulting on stricter online safety measures for under-16s, including potential social media bans or restrictions on addictive features. Campaigners, legislators, and experts are pushing for action despite existing laws like the Online Safety Act.
- Under-18s should be banned from 'addictive' social media features like 'infinite scrolling', warn MPs
UK MPs warn that social media features like infinite scrolling are addictive and should be banned for under-18s. They argue that these features can harm children's mental health. The proposal aims to protect young people from potential online harms.