UK to announce social media ban for under-16s (opens original article in a new tab)

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to announce a ban on social media use for under-16s, including restrictions on AI chatbots and gaming interactions, following a public consultation with strong parental support.

• UK PM Keir Starmer to announce under-16 social media ban
• Includes restrictions on AI chatbots and gaming platform interactions
• Public consultation received 116,000 responses with 83% of parents supporting minimum age 16