Radical plan to ban California kids from social media moves forward despite concerns from privacy advocates

Source: New York Post

California lawmakers are charging ahead with a controversial plan to ban kids under 16 from TikTok, Instagram and other social media platforms — clearing a major hurdle despite a growing chorus of critics. The bipartisan bill, AB-1709, passed out of Committee last week with overwhelming support, putting California one step closer to a sweeping crackdown that would dramatically reshape how teens go online. The proposal would effectively yank minors under 16 off platforms packed with so-called “addictive features” — think endless scrolling, autoplay videos and constant notifications — unless companies overhaul how their apps work.