Mexico Bans Violent Content on Social Media for Children
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has signed a decree requiring the removal of a range of material from social media for people under 18. She signaled that tougher measures could follow.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has signed a decree requiring the removal of certain kinds of content for people under 18. The New York Times reports that the move places Mexico within a global movement to limit children's exposure to harmful material on social media.
According to the report, the decree covers a range of material, including violent content. Sheinbaum also held out the prospect of tougher measures in the future, although the source does not say what those might involve or when they could take effect.
The source does not describe how the requirements will be enforced, what penalties platforms could face, or when the decree will begin to apply. Those questions remain open.
