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(*13*) needs to create most secure potential model of Instagram for youths below 13

Instagram’s owner has showed it is thinking about creating a model of the platform that kids below 13 can use. The switch comes since the app faces grievance over the safety of minors online.
Instagram’s owner has confirmed it is thinking about creating a version of the platform that children under 13 can use. The move comes as the app faces criticism over the safety of minors online.

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