VOICED : Facebook suspende su criticada versión de Instagram para menores

Facebook has suspended the development of Instagram Kids, a version of Instagram for children under 13, following internal research that highlighted potential mental health risks for adolescents. The decision came after The Wall Street Journal published articles revealing Facebook's awareness of these risks. A Senate hearing is planned to discuss child protection on social media. Facebook defended its research, stating it shows both positive and negative experiences for youth. Instagram's head clarified the project's intent to create a parent-supervised version due to younger children accessing apps meant for older users. The suspension allows for consultations with stakeholders. The initiative faced criticism from U.S. senators and advocacy groups concerned about child safety and the focus on appearance.

Why did Facebook decide to halt the development of Instagram for children under 13?

• Following reports of potential mental health risks

• Because of a lack of interest

• To focus on other projects

• Due to technical difficulties

What did Facebook claim about its research on young users' experiences?

• It only showed negative experiences

• It was inconclusive

• It highlighted both positive and negative experiences

• It was not conducted

What was the intended purpose of the Instagram Kids project according to Instagram's head?

• To compete with other social media platforms

• To replace the main Instagram app

• To create a version supervised by parents

• To increase advertising revenue

What was one of the main criticisms of the Instagram Kids initiative?

• It lacked features

• It was not user-friendly

• It focused too much on appearance

• It was too expensive to develop

Who urged Facebook to stop the development of Instagram Kids?

• Instagram influencers

• U.S. senators

• A group of parents

• Tech industry leaders