Calay News
As of September 2, new restrictions will be implemented in China to protect minors from the use of the Internet through mobile devices. These measures, proposed by China’s cyberspace administration, will be some of the strictest in the world in this area.
One of the main restrictions is the prohibition against minors accessing the Internet through a mobile terminal between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. in the morning. In addition, a system will be established to limit the daily connection time on smartphones. Young people aged 16 and 17 will be able to connect for two hours a day, while those under eight will only have access for 40 minutes a day.
These measures aim to create a safe and healthy internet environment for minors, in line with other actions taken in recent years to reduce minors’ addiction to the internet.
Although the new rules are strict, parents will have the option to turn the restrictions off if they wish. However, it is expected that many families will choose to follow established guidelines to protect their children from excessive or inappropriate use of the Internet.
The announcement of these measures has generated reactions in the financial market, with several Chinese companies in the technology sector, such as Tencent and Baidu, falling on the Hong Kong stock market.
In short, China is taking drastic measures to regulate internet access for minors and protect them from the potential dangers associated with excessive use of mobile devices and exposure to inappropriate content online. Although these measures may have implications for the country’s technology industry, the authorities are prioritizing the well-being and safety of children and adolescents.
