At recent US Congressional hearings, technology company CEOs faced criticism over their companies’ approach to online safety for children and adolescents. The hearing was held in connection with the proposed Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), a controversial bill aimed at protecting children from the dangers of social media.
Microsoft and X (formerly Twitter) have publicly announced their support for KOSA. X CEO Linda Yaccarino and Snap CEO Evan Spiegel also voiced their support at the hearing. However, Meta, Discord, and TikTok do not fully support KOSA. They noted that they support some parts of the bill but not others.
Critics say KOSA could sanitize the internet, increase censorship and isolate LGBTQ youth. Security, privacy, and press freedom advocates have also expressed concern about the bill’s potential threat to encryption.
The lack of full support from Meta, Discord, and TikTok has drawn criticism, with many lawmakers asking tough questions. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg was asked about his company’s commitment to online safety for children and youth.
What is yellow sand?
KOSA is a bill aimed at protecting children from the dangers of social media.
Who is supporting Kosa?
Microsoft and X have publicly announced support for KOSA. The announcement was made during a hearing in which five technology company CEOs testified. X CEO Linda Yaccarino and Snap CEO Evan Spiegel also expressed support.
Who doesn’t support KOSA?
Meta, Discord, and TikTok do not fully support KOSA. They noted that they support some parts of the bill but not others.
Is Kosa controversial?
Critics say KOSA could sanitize the internet, increase censorship and isolate LGBTQ youth. Security, privacy, and press freedom advocates have also expressed concern about the bill’s potential threat to encryption.
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