The proposed regulation will address several key issues, including the prohibition of child profiling in the digital realm and the establishment of age restrictions for social media use. Additionally, it will focus on preventing children from being exposed to harmful content online and ensuring that social media platforms provide educational resources to their users.

The regulation also includes measures to ensure that online platforms can accurately identify and restrict access for underage users. Social media companies will be required to enhance their technologies to prevent children from pretending to be adults in order to bypass age restrictions. This aims to create a safer online environment for children and reduce their exposure to inappropriate content.

Another crucial aspect of the regulation is the establishment of a risk classification system for electronic system providers (PSE) that cater to children. These providers will be required to evaluate the potential risks to children and develop strategies to mitigate them. Additionally, the regulation will call for the formulation of specific indicators to measure the digital maturity of children before they can access certain online platforms.

Komdigi’s effort to create a balanced and effective regulation comes at a time when concerns over children’s online safety are growing. The ministry hopes to strike a balance between protecting children from digital harm while also ensuring that they can enjoy the benefits of technology and social media in a safe and responsible manner.

The ongoing consultations with various stakeholders are expected to refine the regulations further, ensuring that they are both practical and beneficial for children’s well-being. (Uki Ruknuddin)

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