The Challenges of Self-Regulation for Tech Companies

The discussion highlights the lack of genuine self-regulation among tech companies like Apple and Google, despite ongoing concerns about their impact on young users. Research indicates a direct correlation between social media usage and various mental health issues among teenagers, which raises questions about the responsibility of these platforms. While some suggest that self-regulation could appease regulatory pressures, the effectiveness and sincerity of such efforts are doubted. The speaker emphasizes that true age restrictions and better practices could be implemented, but are not likely to happen without external enforcement.