The National Telecommunications and Information Administration’s (NTIA) Request for Comment[2] seeking input on the “Initiative to Protect Youth Mental Health, Safety & Privacy Online” is both timely and appropriate. [7]While the whistleblower releases shifted the focus to Meta, these concerns extend to many social media platforms. ConclusionAs the administration continues its work to protect children online, regulators should focus on maximizing the benefits while minimizing the harms. [2] Request for Comment, “Initiative to Protect Youth Mental Health, Safety & Privacy Online,” Docket No. [8] “The Alliance Insider – TikTok and Youth Mental Health,” DBS Alliance (last visited Nov. 13, 2023), https://www.dbsalliance.org/education/newsletters/tiktok-and-youth-mental-health/.

Source: Wall Street Journal November 16, 2023 15:32 UTC