China Proposes Two-Hour Daily Limit on Kids' Smartphone Use

China's top internet regulator, the Cyberspace Administration of China, has proposed new measures to limit the amount of time children and teenagers can spend on their phones. The proposal includes requiring mobile devices, apps, and app stores to have a built-in "minor mode" that restricts daily screen time to a maximum of two hours, depending on the age group. The draft rules also include restrictions on accessing screens between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. for those under 18. The proposal aims to combat internet addiction, promote "good morality," and reduce exposure to "undesirable information." Parents would have the ability to override time restrictions, and certain educational and emergency services would be exempt. The effectiveness of the measures may depend on parental buy-in, and it could present challenges for tech companies responsible for enforcement.