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EU proposes sweeping social media restrictions for teens

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from The Verge ·

The European Union is considering new rules that would limit teens' access to social media, including age limits and potential bans. Platforms may be required to prove their services are not harmful before young users can access them. The proposal comes from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

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The EU's push for preemptive safety checks on social media could set a global precedent, but enforcement and definitions of harm remain tricky.
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