Pakistan, June 11 -- Canada has introduced a sweeping digital safety bill that would ban children under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms unless companies meet specific safety requirements. The proposal represents one of the country's most ambitious efforts to strengthen online protections for young users and address growing concerns about the impact of digital platforms on mental well-being.

The legislation also seeks to improve the safety of artificial intelligence chatbots by creating a dedicated digital regulator responsible for setting and enforcing safety standards. Companies that fail to comply with the proposed rules could face penalties of up to 3% of their global revenue or C$10 million, whichever amount is hi...