Meta Calls For Parental Control Laws For Under-16s

USA – Meta has called for laws that would force app stores to get parental approval when a child downloads an app.

The proposal would put app stores, like those run by Apple and Google, on the hook for implementing parental controls – rather than social media companies.

Meta, owner of Instagram and Facebook, has faced criticism for how it handles teens using its platforms.

The firm’s safety chief called for a “Simple, industry-wide solution” to govern children’s social media use.