Security gaps in major social media sites, and the apps that integrate with them have exposed children and young teens to risk from predators and abusers online. While education of parents and users is a laudable objective, it is no substitute for systemic security. Kids are not prey, and they are entitled to safety in the social media environment. The time has come for industry to institute measures to secure that safety.

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