Norway's social media ban for under-16s differs from previous plans
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- Category: Technology
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-24 10:45 UTC
- Sources: Hacker News
Contrary to initial reports, Norway's proposed social media ban for children under 16 does not entirely prohibit online activity. Instead, it aims to regulate and supervise online interactions.
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