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UK to ban social media and streaming platforms for under 16-year-olds, but the full impact on games and the gaming industry remains unclear

The UK prime minister Keir Starmer has announced plans to ban 16-years-olds and younger from accessing social media platforms like X and Instagram. He's also revealed the government is planning to introduce a similar ban for as yet undisclosed streaming websites. Read more

The UK prime minister Keir Starmer has announced plans to ban 16-years-olds and younger from accessing social media platforms like X and Instagram. He's also revealed the government is planning to introduce a similar ban for as yet undisclosed streaming websites.

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