The chief executive of Pinterest has issued a public appeal to global leaders, advocating for a worldwide prohibition on social media access for teenagers below the age of 16.
Bill Ready, who heads the popular image-sharing platform, published his stance in a LinkedIn essay on Friday, outlining his vision for stricter digital age restrictions.
“We need a clear standard: no social media for teens under 16, backed by real enforcement, and accountability for mobile phone operating systems and the apps that run on them,” Ready stated in his online post.
The Pinterest executive’s call comes amid growing concerns about the impact of social media platforms on young users’ mental health and development.
