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politics1 year ago

"Senate Gains Momentum in Passing Kids Online Safety Act Amid Growing Support"

Senator Richard Blumenthal released an updated version of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) and claims that the bill addresses concerns, but critics argue that it still poses significant problems. The bill's duty of care section has been revised, shifting enforcement power from State Attorneys General to the FTC, but concerns remain about potential abuse of this power. Critics argue that the bill's provisions could lead to increased censorship and privacy risks for minors, and question its effectiveness in protecting children online.

via Techdirt|
#ftc#kosa#liability
technologysocial-media-regulation1 year ago

"Maryland Family Demands Change After Son's TikTok Challenge Death"

Parents of children who suffered harm from social media platforms, including TikTok, confronted tech executives, including Mark Zuckerberg, at a Senate hearing, urging for stricter regulations to protect kids from cyberbullying, exploitation, and harmful content. They advocated for the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) to hold social media companies accountable for harmful ads and posts. Despite a hollow apology from Zuckerberg, the parents believe their intense presence at the hearing may have moved the executives, with only Snapchat expressing support for KOSA.

via The Washington Post|
#kosa#mark-zuckerberg#online-safety
technology1 year ago

"Tech CEOs Testify on Child Safety Amid Growing Online Threats"

Snap, under pressure from Congress, has broken ranks with its trade group to support the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), which aims to prevent the recommendation of harmful content to children on social media platforms. The bill has bipartisan support but has been criticized for potentially silencing LGBTQ+ content. Despite concerns about the legislation's potential to put kids in danger, Snap's endorsement has been applauded by KOSA co-sponsors, Senators Richard Blumenthal and Marsha Blackburn.

via Techdirt|
#child-safety#congressional-pressure#kosa