The UK is moving toward an under-16s social media ban, but it's still not clear what that actually means. According to BBC News, the government hasn't specified whether platforms like Roblox, YouTube, and WhatsApp would be included. That distinction is crucial—these apps serve purposes beyond pure socializing, from gaming to video sharing to messaging. The final policy's scope could significantly reshape how millions of young people access online platforms.

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