Online Child Safety
Government regulatory actions and policy enforcement against gaming platforms and social media companies over child protection gaps and online safety standards.
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Latest in Online Child Safety· Oct 6
UK regulator Ofcom is investigating whether Meta's Instagram Instants feature includes adequate child safety protections, marking another instance of intensifying regulatory scrutiny on social media platforms regarding minor protection. The examination focuses on whether Meta properly assessed risks and implemented appropriate safety mechanisms for the product, reflecting broader regulatory pressure that could influence the company's compliance costs, product design decisions, and how investors perceive its operational risk in major markets. This development underscores the ongoing tension between platform innovation and regulatory requirements around child safety across the industry.
- Single source17 days ago
Ofcom examines whether Meta properly assessed risks for Instagram Instants feature
UK regulator investigates if the social media company breached digital safety laws by skipping required safety evaluations for its new messaging tool.
The Guardian
- Single source21 days ago
Australian regulator flags major child protection deficiencies across gaming platforms
Australia identifies significant child safety gaps in platforms including Steam and Roblox, signaling potential regulatory pressure.
BBC News