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The UK Is Planning a Social Media Curfew for 16- and 17-Year-Olds

GOOGL
Regulation & LegislationCybersecurity & Data PrivacyConsumer Demand & Retail

New platform restrictions target “addictive” app features and come alongside a total ban on children under 16 accessing platforms such as TikTok and YouTube. While the rules are described as able to be turned off, the compliance and audience-impact risk is likely to be a headwind for affected services.

Analysis

New platform restrictions target “addictive” app features and come alongside a total ban on children under 16 accessing platforms such as TikTok and YouTube. While the rules are described as able to be turned off, the compliance and audience-impact risk is likely to be a headwind for affected services.

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