Facebook temporarily folds Instagram Kids plans amid resistance

Facebook stepped back, halting development plans Instagram Kids temporarily due to heavy criticism that may affect mental health

Facebook platform ownerInstagram (Instagram) Ending the Instagram Kids project, or the Instagram app for young people aged 10-12, after heavy resistance. especially mental health problems among adolescents

The Instagram Kids project is currently in a suspended state. to address the concerns of parents mental health specialist as well as the supervisory committee because social media applications especially apps like Instagram May make teenagers worried about themselves, such as in terms of shape. or self-worth (self-esteem)

Adam Mosseri, head of the Instagram team Has come out to defend the idea of ​​developing Instagram Kids, he believes. This application has been specially designed to be suitable for all ages. Moreover, today’s children are online at an early age. but when faced with resistance In the end, Instagram had to retreat in the end.

current Facebook There are ways to develop the company in new ways. In particular, entering the Metaverse world or the virtual digital world.

Facebook has invested in a project worth $50 million. to make sure Metaverse Project will be built in the right direction The money will be distributed to organizations and educational institutions.

Source: The Guardian