UK Unveils Sweeping Social Media Ban for Users Under 16

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  6. The UK government has announced a ban on social media use for individuals under 16. The ban will apply to platforms such as Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and X. (Source: TechCrunch) Original
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