European regulator urges Google Play Store and Apple App Store to enforce stricter age ratings on social media apps.

Europe has urged Google Play Store and Apple App Store to enforce stricter age ratings on social media apps. The regulators have said that they should apply stricter rules on social media apps that are used by teens. EU regulators have urged Google Play Store and Apple App Store to apply stricter rules on social media apps that are used by teens.<br><br>According to a report from Reuters, the European Commission said that Apple App Store and the Google Play Store should introduce stricter age ratings on social media apps and they should strictly enforce the age verification system in social media apps.<br><br>According to a report from Reuters, the European Commission said that Apple App Store and the Google Play Store should introduce stricter age ratings on social media apps and they should strictly enforce the age verification system in social media apps.<br><br>Quote:<br>The European Commission asked Google and Apple to apply stricter age ratings on social media apps in Europe to protect teenagers from harmful content, as well as to introduce new security features.<br><br>&#x200B;<br><br>The Commission said that the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store should apply stricter age ratings on social media apps on their platforms. It said that all the social media apps should tell their age rating and information about their moderation. The regulators also asked social media companies to introduce new features and tools so that children can fully control their social media account.<br><br>According to the report, the Commission also asked the tech giants to remove third-party apps that are not suitable for children. According to a report from TechCrunch, the EU said that they should identify apps that seek sexual contact with children using AI and machine learning tools.<br><br>The European regulator asked the tech giants to start enforcing stricter rules from July this year.<br><br>Source:TechCrunch.