The Irish government has approved an Online Safety Code that will come into effect next month. This regulation will require companies like Google, Meta, and ByteDance to prohibit not only illegal content but also content considered harmful.
This new regulation aims to protect users, especially minors, from harmful content they may encounter on social media. Companies will be responsible for ensuring that the material circulating on their platforms is safe and appropriate for all audiences.
Additionally, social media platforms will be required to provide tools for parents to control and supervise the content their children access online. This aims to create a safer and healthier environment for users, promoting a positive internet experience.
In the words of the Minister of Communications of Ireland, this measure's main objective is to protect citizens, especially the youth, from potential harm caused by inappropriate content on digital platforms. The collaboration of companies is essential to ensure a safe online environment free from harmful content.