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Create a licence to ensure safe use of smart devices like phones

Submitted by Youssef Djouamaa on Saturday 16th November 2024

Published on Thursday 12th December 2024

Current status: Open

Open until: Thursday 12th June 2025

Current Signatures: 25
(count is updated approximately hourly)

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Campaign ~ Children ~ Create ~ Digital ~ drivers ~ Ensure ~ Extend ~ Freedom ~ Internet ~ Mandatory ~ Phones ~ Promoting ~ Responsible ~ Safety ~ Smart ~ system ~ The Authority ~ training ~ Unfair

Petition Action

Create a licence to ensure safe use of smart devices like phones

Petition Details

Create a User and Digital Device Licensing Authority and a Mandatory Personal User License for smart devices which would ensure only trained users can operate Internet of things and Human Machine Interface devices, such as smartphones, to enhance safety and responsible use.

Additional Information

We think current campaigns stigmatize children by seeking to ban their smartphone use, though misuse risks extend to untrained adults. We think a licensing system is a practical solution that addresses these risks broadly, promoting digital safety without unfair restrictions. The authority would oversee training, registration, and accountability, similar to driver licensing. We think these proactive measure ensures responsible device usage and protects both public safety and digital freedom.


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