Facebook-parent Meta pauses teens from chatting with its AI characters
Meta is temporarily blocking teenagers from its AI characters across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. This global pause aims to implement enhanced parental oversight and safety controls for a new, "parent-approved" AI experience. The social media giant is using age-prediction technology to identify and restrict access for suspected minors, ensuring updated protections are in place.
Meta is temporarily blocking teenagers from its AI characters across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. This global pause aims to implement enhanced parental oversight and safety controls for a new, "parent-approved" AI experience. The social media giant is using age-prediction technology to identify and restrict access for suspected minors, ensuring updated protections are in place.
