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Britain Puts Kids First: New Rules for AI and Social Media Under 16

The UK government is making big moves to keep kids safe online. They're rolling out new rules that will restrict how children under 16 can use AI and social media. Plus, tech companies will need to step up and fight illegal content on their platforms.

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Britain Puts Kids First: New Rules for AI and Social Media Under 16

The British government is getting ready to make a big change in how it regulates artificial intelligence (AI) and social media. These new steps aim to protect children and teenagers from harmful content and unsafe digital practices. This comes after a lot of criticism for Elon Musk's X platform, especially because its Grok chatbot was sharing explicit sexual content. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced new measures that will require all AI-powered chatbots to follow the Online Safety Act, or they'll face fines or even a complete ban.

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