Ofcom demands social media giants focus on child protection
The UK regulator Ofcom has mandated that major social media platforms enforce minimum age rules and implement child protection measures. This follows the implementation of the UK’s online safety laws in 2025, which require platforms to prevent children from accessing harmful content and to ensure safer online environments. Ofcom has given platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube until April 30, 2026, to outline their actions to improve child safety.
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