Social media companies, in response to the U.K.’s Children’s Code, have made nearly 100 adjustments to enhance online safety for kids, covering areas such as youth well-being, privacy, and time management. These efforts, although a positive step, await validation regarding their effectiveness. Meanwhile, U.S. states are considering similar legislation, and a bipartisan bill aims to regulate social media platforms’ impact on children. While awaiting regulatory changes, parents are urged to engage in conversations with their kids to promote digital literacy and safer online usage.
