Big Tech needs ‘to come to the table’ to figure out social media ban: Canada’s heritage minister (opens original article in a new tab)

Canada's Heritage Minister Marc Miller says social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and X may be banned for users under 16 under the Safe Social Media Act, with age verification and exemption decisions to be made later.

• Canada's Heritage Minister Marc Miller stated that social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and X are expected to be banned for users under 16 once the Safe Social Media Act becomes law.
• The legislation requires effective age verification methods and leaves decisions on which platforms to restrict and exemption criteria to future cabinet discussions.
• Industry groups express concerns about the lengthy timeline for implementing the ban and the lack of immediate safety standards for platforms.