Meta brings teen accounts to Facebook and Messenger, and bolsters Instagram restrictions
Teen use of social media platforms is something that is concerning for many parents and has become the subject of political and legal debates. Having introduced Instagram Teen Accounts, last year, Meta has now done the same for both Facebook and Messenger.
Just as with Instagram, Teen Accounts on the social and messaging platforms have built-in protections and restrictions. At the same time, the company is also introducing additional controls and restrictions for teenage users on Instagram.
PayPal launches the Venmo Teen Account
Howdy, money-savvy parents and hip teenagers! Venmo has some very exciting news for you -- the Venmo Teen Account is here to revolutionize the way you handle finances. That's right, now parents can open a Venmo account for their teenagers aged 13 to 17, allowing them to send and receive money with ease. And guess what? The Venmo Teen Account even comes with its own stylish Venmo Teen Debit Card. It's time for the young ones to join the financial fun!
We all know that managing money can be a tricky business, especially for teenagers who are just starting to dip their toes into the vast ocean of personal finance. But fear not! Venmo has swooped in to save the day with their ingenious Teen Account. Finally, teenagers can get acquainted with the world of money management through the Venmo app. It's like having a virtual piggy bank right in their pockets!