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Proposal for a Children's Public Internet Gains Traction

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from The Verge ·

Several countries are implementing age verification or bans for minors online, with the US House passing a bill in June. The article proposes building a dedicated public internet for children as an alternative to restrictive measures. This approach aims to create a safer digital environment without outright bans.

Meridian48 take
The proposal sidesteps the harder question of whether tech platforms can be redesigned to be safe for all ages, not just children.
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