Epic boss Tim Sweeney says the EU's social media ban for under-13s 'would be terrible for the next generation of humanity'
The EU KIDS Act would impose strict new regulations on social media, video sharing, gaming, and other online services.
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney argues that the European Union's proposed social media restrictions for children would be detrimental to the next generation's creativity and expression. The EU KIDS Act, which would prohibit under-13s from using social media and impose limited features on accounts for 13-15-year-olds, could hinder the growth of digital creators.
Sweeney contends that today's children are engaging with sophisticated technologies that weren't designed with their well-being in mind, and that the ability to create content should not be taken away. While acknowledging the concerns about security and privacy, Sweeney emphasizes the potential negative consequences of the proposed legislation.
The KIDS Act, which covers various online platforms, is currently under legislative review and is expected to be approved soon.
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