Default settings will block access between midnight and 6am, but teens can opt out, raising doubts about impact
UK plans midnight social media curfew for 16- and 17-year-olds
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Britain plans to introduce a default social media curfew for 16- and 17-year-olds, blocking access between midnight and 6am, according to technology minister Liz Kendall. The measure aims to prevent a 'cliff edge' when teens turn 16 and gain full access, and to mitigate negative effects of late-night scrolling. Users can override the default setting, leading critics to question its effectiveness. The move follows Australia's December ban on under-16s, which has seen mixed success.
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The changes will see default settings prevent access for 16 and 17-year-olds between midnight and 6am
reliability moderate2/2 sourcesThe new measures aim to prevent a cliff edge for those who will gain access to social media when they turn 16, and offer some protection from the negative effects of late-night scrolling. “These measures will be crucial in helping young people get the sleep they need, focus on school and college, and spend more quality time with family and friends,” technology minister Liz Kendall said in a statement.
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Britain plans default midnight social media curfew for 16- and 17-year-olds.
according to The Straits Times - WorldIn the latest crackdown on children’s access to addictive apps, the government said there will be a curfew for teenagers aged 16 and 17 on platforms like Instagram and Facebook, between midnight and 6am.
according to Free Malaysia TodayAustralia in December became the first nation to ban people under 16 from social media, in a move that has seen mixed success.
according to Free Malaysia TodayAffected users would be blocked from using apps between midnight and 6am unless they change the default setting.
according to The Straits Times - WorldSixteen and 17-year-olds will be able to turn off the default settings, leading critics to question the plans’ effectiveness
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The changes will see default settings prevent access for 16 and 17-year-olds between midnight and 6am
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