Prince Harry and Meghan Back UK Over US Tech—Shift Away From America
Summary
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle support the UK government's plan to ban children under 16 from major social media platforms. This move differs from the U.S. government's position, which opposes broad social media bans and favors parental controls instead.Key Facts
- The UK plans to ban children under 16 from using platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and X starting in spring 2027.
- Messaging apps such as WhatsApp and Signal will not be included in the ban.
- Harry and Meghan have campaigned against social media harms since 2020 and support this UK ban.
- The U.S. government, under President Trump, opposes the UK’s approach, warning that broad bans threaten free speech and impose heavy duties on U.S. tech companies.
- The U.S. prefers tools that let parents control their children’s online privacy and screen time instead of outright bans.
- Harry and Meghan say protecting children online should not be only the parents’ responsibility but also the technology companies'.
- The issue highlights different views on tech regulation between the UK and U.S., affecting diplomatic relations.
- Harry and Meghan are not active on social media except Meghan’s Instagram.
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