Ofcom Steps Up: Is Social Media Failing Our Kids?
In a world where children are spending more and more time online, the issue of harmful content has become a pressing concern for parents and regulators alike. Recently, Ofcom, short for the Office of Communications, has taken a stand to safeguard under-18s from such content, sparking an important conversation about online safety for children.
Parents Demand Stronger Protection
The draft codes of practice of Ofcom require tech companies to implement stricter age verification measures and adjust their algorithms to shield children from harmful material. However, some parents, who have tragically lost their children due to exposure to harmful online content, believe these measures are not sufficient. They argue that change is happening at a slow pace and more needs to be done to safeguard our children.
Examining Ofcom’s Proposed Solutions
Furthermore, the proposed measures include implementing safer search functions, enhancing content moderation, and reducing the visibility of harmful content in children’s feeds. Ofcom has made it clear that any tech firm failing to comply with these rules could face being named and shamed, or even banned for under-18s.
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