UK social media crackdown presents a "threat" to gaming comms innovation, expert warns
A UK government plan to enhance online child safety, including a social media ban for under-16s and restrictions on features like livestreaming and chatting to strangers, poses a significant threat to innovation in the gaming industry. Experts warn that developers, especially smaller studios, may face costly implementation of age verification and communication controls, potentially limiting new game development and features. Concerns also exist that broader restrictions on 'addictive features' or simply time spent in-game could inappropriately impact game design elements and discourage engagement with complex or creative titles.
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- Topic: In-game Communication
- Topic: Child Protection
- Topic: Innovation
- Topic: Online Safety
- Topic: Regulation
- Topic: Game Design
- Company: Flux Digital Policy
- Person: Celia Pontin
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