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UK Considers Social Media Ban for Under-16s After US Trial on Addiction

Following a US trial finding Google and Meta built addictive social media, the UK considers banning under-16s from platforms. Australia has acted; others plan stricter rules. BBC explores implications and related news including crime, energy crises, and historic appointments.

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UK Social Media Regulation Under Review Following US Verdict

The prime minister has indicated that "things are going to change" after a recent trial in the United States concluded that Google and Meta deliberately designed social media platforms to be addictive.

This verdict is regarded as a landmark case globally, influencing how countries might regulate social media and consider prohibiting children from using these platforms.

Australia has already implemented such a ban, and other nations have introduced or are planning to introduce stricter regulations.

The BBC's political editor, Chris Mason, examines the possibility of the UK adopting similar measures.

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