Most Canadians want social media, AI chatbot ban for kids under 16: poll

More than two-thirds of Canadians support banning access to social media apps like Instagram and TikTok, as well as AI chatbots like ChatGPT, for children under 16. The poll points to growing public appetite for stricter regulation of digital platforms and AI tools, but it is still sentiment data rather than an enacted policy change. Market impact is likely limited unless it translates into legislative action affecting platform access or AI usage.

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More than two-thirds of Canadians support banning access to social media apps like Instagram and TikTok, as well as AI chatbots like ChatGPT, for children under 16. The poll points to growing public appetite for stricter regulation of digital platforms and AI tools, but it is still sentiment data rather than an enacted policy change. Market impact is likely limited unless it translates into legislative action affecting platform access or AI usage.