: Social platforms have replaced traditional broadcasters for news. Instagram (29%) , TikTok (28%) , and YouTube (28%) are the top three news sources for British teens, recently ousting BBC One and BBC Two from their historical top spots.
: One in five children now head straight to YouTube the moment they turn on a TV set, bypassing traditional British channels. Risks and Social Impact
: There is a rising interest in "the youth economy," where 13% of young people are already monetizing their own content or exploring online side hustles like reselling or creative services.