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Instagram Gets Reel with Teen Safety

Sep 17, 2024
Zoe Kleinman, BBC's technology editor, joins Marianna Spring, a misinformation correspondent, and Munira Wilson, a Liberal Democrat MP, to discuss Instagram's new protective measures for teens. They explore the implications of stricter privacy settings and parental controls on young users. The conversation dives into the challenges of harmful content and the responsibility shared by tech companies and parents. Additionally, they touch on the Liberal Democrats' agenda, emphasizing accountability and the need for reform in politics.
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  • Instagram's new features for teen accounts aim to enhance privacy and parental oversight, addressing concerns about youth safety online.
  • The shift of monitoring responsibility to parents raises questions about their preparedness to manage social media's complexities for their teens.

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