Indonesia Cracks Down on Social Media Access for Minors
Indonesia plans to restrict social media use for kids under 16, raising concerns over privacy and digital rights. The new regulation aims to protect young users but faces criticism from experts.
In a move to address rising concerns over the impact of social media on minors, the Indonesian government has announced plans to block children under the age of 16 from accessing major social media platforms. The proposed regulation, which is currently in the drafting stage, is part of the government's efforts to protect young users from potential online harms and misinformation.
Under the new rules, social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok will be required to verify the age of their users and implement robust age-verification systems to ensure that underage individuals are denied access. The regulation will also mandate that parental consent be obtained before a minor can use social media.
The decision to implement these restrictions has been met with mixed reactions from various stakeholders. While some parents and child welfare advocates have welcomed the move, digital rights activists have raised concerns about the potential infringement of privacy and the digital rights of young people.
{{IMAGE_PLACEHOLDER}}Source: The New York Times
