UK unveils sweeping social media ban for users under 16 (opens original article in a new tab)

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a plan to ban social media use for children under 16, affecting platforms like TikTok and Instagram, while excluding messaging services like WhatsApp. The policy also includes restrictions on AI chatbots.

• UK government plans to ban social media use for under-16s
• Social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube would be affected
• AI 'romantic companion' chatbots would require users to be over 18