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Instagram is rolling out new content filters designed to create a safer online space for teenage users, mirroring the content limitations often found in PG-13 movies. These restrictions will limit the exposure of young users to potentially harmful or inappropriate material. The platform will actively block accounts known for sharing adult-oriented content and restrict access to posts featuring strong language or dangerous activities. This initiative aims to bolster parental oversight capabilities and provide teens with a more age-appropriate experience. Artificial intelligence will also be deployed to identify and age-restrict profiles that may pose a risk to younger audiences. This move follows increased scrutiny regarding the impact of social media on adolescent well-being.