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LAWYER EXPANDS KIDS-SOCIAL MEDIA FIGHT TO UK

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
FRI, JUN 19, 2026

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Matthew Bergman, a lawyer known for suing social media platforms over child safety, has shifted his advocacy to the political arena by pitching UK officials on stronger protections for minors online.

Bergman has leveraged his courtroom experience fighting social media companies to influence policy makers abroad. His pitch to UK officials centers on legislation designed to limit children's exposure to harmful content and addictive platform features. The move reflects a broader strategy to address child safety through both legal action and legislative channels. Bergman's previous efforts include lawsuits targeting platforms' algorithms and design practices that critics say exploit young users. The UK has been actively developing online safety frameworks, making it a key target for advocates seeking stricter regulations. Bergman's intervention signals how American legal battles over tech regulation are increasingly informing international policy debates. His dual-track approach—combining litigation with legislative advocacy—demonstrates a growing trend among tech critics to pursue change through multiple avenues when single strategies prove insufficient.

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