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Meta introduces two-hour daily limit for young users

Meta has implemented new rules for users under 18, including a two-hour daily cap and hidden like counts, though critics argue the measures fall short.

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Meta has introduced new restrictions aimed at protecting younger users, including a hard limit of two hours per day and the hiding of like counts. The changes represent a significant step in the platform's approach to child safety, though critics contend the measures do not go far enough to address concerns about social media's impact on young people.

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Meta's new rules for kids go further, critics say not enough

Changes include a hard limit of two hours a day for users under 18 and hiding "like" counts.

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