Social algorithms must change to protect children - Ofcom

🌈 Abstract

The article discusses Ofcom's call for social media algorithms to change in order to better protect children.

🙋 Q&A

[01] Social Algorithms and Child Protection

1. What is Ofcom's main recommendation regarding social algorithms?

• Ofcom recommends that social media algorithms need to change in order to better protect children.

2. What are the key issues Ofcom is concerned about regarding children and social media?

• Ofcom is concerned that current social media algorithms can expose children to harmful and inappropriate content.
• Ofcom wants social media platforms to prioritize the safety and wellbeing of children in how their algorithms operate.