Tech companies have gone too far' in prioritising commercial instincts peer

"Tech companies have gone way too far in prioritising their commercial instincts, a Tory former minister said, as peers supported a social media ban for under-16s for the second time."

"A jury in Los Angeles found that Google and Facebook owner Meta designed deliberately addictive products which harmed a 20-year-old's mental health."

"Lord Nash, who proposed the age limit as part of the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill, said techies have taken a cavalier approach to content damaging to children."

"The House of Lords voted 266 to 141, majority 125 in favour of his amendment on Wednesday, marking a significant step towards regulating social media for younger users."

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech's impact on society. It highlights the need for on-the-ground reporting and accessible journalism without paywalls. Recent developments include a push for a social media ban for under-16s, supported by a House of Lords vote. Lord Nash criticized tech companies for their harmful practices towards children, advocating for stricter regulations. The organization aims to provide balanced reporting while addressing significant societal challenges.

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