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New York Lawmakers Tentatively Agree on Landmark Bill to Regulate Social Media Algorithms for Children

Jun 3, 2024, 09:17 PM

New York lawmakers have reached a tentative agreement on a landmark bill to regulate how children use social media, as reported by WSJ. The proposed legislation aims to prohibit social-media companies from using algorithms to steer content to children without parental consent. This move follows a broader trend of increasing scrutiny on social media platforms and their impact on young users. Governor Hochul supports the bill, which could be approved this week. The legislation is part of a wider effort to address concerns about the mental health effects of screen time and the addictive nature of social media feeds. $META saw a decline in the extended session following the report.