Singapore is considering new legislation to require social media platforms to implement stronger safeguards for teen users, including the possible introduction of daily time limits. Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo says the rules will be underpinned by mandatory age checks.
The government plans to introduce the measures early next year. Under the approach described by multiple outlets, platforms that do not comply may face a higher minimum access age for their services—potentially raising it to 18. Teo frames the requirements as part of broader protections for minors using social media.
Different outlets focus on the details of enforcement and the scope of the safeguards. While all reports agree that legislation will compel stronger measures, they differ in emphasis: some highlight the daily time limit as a possible safeguard, while others stress that mandatory age verification will support the overall framework. The reports indicate the final package is still being considered and will be shaped through legislation and platform compliance.
