EU Commission Proposes Social Media Ban for Children Under 13
· World · France 24, MacRumors, Bernama
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed a ban on children under 13 accessing social media, online games, and chatbots. The proposal was announced during her annual State of the European Union address in Strasbourg. The measure aims to protect minors from potential online harms and digital risks. The proposal is currently under consideration as part of broader EU digital policy.
Why it matters
This policy, if enacted, would set a significant global precedent for child safety regulations in the technology and social media sectors.
Read the original report — France 24
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