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Meta's new teen safety rules apply only in US, drawing UK scrutiny

Meta has implemented new teen safety measures, including app time limits and non-algorithmic feed options, but these policies are currently exclusive to the United States. This rollout is part of a settlement for a child safety lawsuit, with Meta agreeing to pay up to $18 billion to US states. While Meta states it is in conversation with other governments, the UK government is pushing for similar protections for its young users, with a minister expressing concern over differing safety standards between the US and UK. Meta has indicated a willingness to strengthen these measures if platforms like TikTok and YouTube adopt comparable policies. AI

IMPACT Sets a precedent for global social media safety regulations and platform accountability.

RANK_REASON Policy change by a major tech company with international implications and regulatory pressure. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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Meta's new teen safety rules apply only in US, drawing UK scrutiny

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Kris Holt) ·

    Meta's latest teen safety commitments are US-only (for now)

    The UK government now wants time limits for teens on Facebook and Instagram.