New York set to restrict social media algorithms for teens

Posted under: Smart Technologies
Date: 2024-06-04
New York set to restrict social media algorithms for teens

New York is planning to prohibit social media companies from using algorithms to control content for youth without parental consent under a tentative agreement reached by state lawmakers. Also, the bill expected this week will prohibit platforms from sending minors notifications during overnight hours without parental consent. Utah became the first U.S. state to adopt laws regulating children's access to social media.

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