Protecting Kids Online: Instagram and Reforms for Young Users

Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Product Safety, and Data Security

Senate Commerce Committee

Wednesday, December 8, 2021 - 2:30pm
Time Zone: 
EST
Live Event
Virtual Event

 News reports, whistleblower revelations, and academic research are providing a clearer view of the impact of social media applications on children and teens, especially on their mental health and wellbeing. Parents are deeply concerned about the product designs and powerful algorithms that push content to kids and create addiction-like behaviors. This hearing will address what Instagram knows about its impacts on young users, its commitments to reform, and potential legislative solutions.

WITNESS

  • Adam Mosseri, Head of Instagram