As governments around the world grapple with how to protect children online, debates over social media regulation, age verification, and platform accountability are becoming increasingly prominent. In the United States, the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) has emerged as one of the most closely watched proposals, raising important questions about privacy, free expression, and the role of technology companies in safeguarding young users. Through an interview with Andrew Zack, Policy Director at the Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI), Washington CORE examines the evolving U.S. approach to online child safety. The discussion explores evidence-based policymaking, the risks of broad restrictions, the challenges of age verification, and why many experts believe the future of online safety lies in building safer digital experiences by design rather than relying solely on regulation.
Social Media Bans May Put Children at Greater Risk
As governments worldwide consider stronger restrictions on children’s social media use, debate is growing over whether blanket bans are the most...
