As the government pushes platforms to improve protections for minors online, social media companies have largely moved toward compliance. E-commerce platforms, however, are asking for negotiation, flexibility and gradual implementation. On the surface, such requests may appear reasonable given the technical and operational complexities involved. But politically and legally, the situation raises a deeper concern: will the government apply the same standards to all digital industries, or will economic power determine how regulations are enforced? To subscribe please click here
