The Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) has been reintroduced in Congress and could significantly change internet regulations concerning child safety, akin to COPPA from 1998. KOSA would hold social media platforms accountable for not adequately protecting minors from various harms, including eating disorders and exploitation. Despite its Senate support last year, it faced hurdles in the House and backlash from human rights advocates who worry about censorship risks. Some tech companies, like Apple and Microsoft, back the bill, highlighting a divided opinion within the industry regarding its implications.
The bill's authors have claimed over and over that this bill doesn't impact speech. But the Duty of Care is about speech: it's about blocking speech that the government believes is bad for kids.
Apple is pleased to offer our support for the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA). Everyone has a part to play in keeping kids safe online.
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