Social media ban: What technology companies have said about sweeping new rules (opens original article in a new tab)

UK government proposes ban on social media for under-16s, while tech companies warn it could endanger children and push them to less-safe platforms.

• UK government plans to ban social media for under-16s
• Tech companies warn ban could endanger children and push them to less-safe platforms
• TikTok, YouTube, Meta, and Snapchat highlight existing safety measures for teens
• Prime minister mentions possible exceptions for online learning tools