Article 48TPR How safe are teen apps?

How safe are teen apps?

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Chris Stokel-Walker
from Technology | The Guardian on (#48TPR)

Beyond WhatsApp and Facebook, there are many other platforms used by children and teens that may be open to abuse

Since 14-year-old Molly Russell killed herself in 2017, the apps and services our teenagers and children use - and their safety - have become a key concern for parents. Last week, the digital minister, Margot James, stated that "the tragic death of Molly Russell is the latest consequence of a social media world that behaves as if it is above the law". James went on to announce plans to introduce a legally binding code and duty of care towards young users for social media companies.

Britain's children are not just using the likes of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, YouTube, Pinterest and Snapchat on a daily basis. There is a wealth of apps targeted at teens and children that have their own ecosystems and controversies.

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