Source: Bloomberg
Summary
Indonesia’s government has proposed new regulations that would limit access to digital platforms for users under the age of 16. The new rules would require platforms to verify users’ ages and restrict access to certain content. The move aims to protect children from online harm. The regulations are set to be implemented in the coming months. The proposal has been met with concerns from tech companies and human rights groups.
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The announcement sounds ambitious.
Indonesia’s new regulations would restrict under-16s from digital platforms, requiring age verification and content restrictions. Because what’s a few more age gates to click through, right? The proposal aims to protect children, but raises concerns about censorship and online freedom. Another country, another attempt to regulate the internet. Indonesia’s youth will just have to find another way to get their social media fix.
Author: Evan Null
