Policy · 1h ago
Europe Moves to Ban Social Media for Minors
The European Union is advancing legislation to prohibit children from using social media platforms, following a report highlighting mental health risks. The proposed rules would require age verification and parental consent for under-16s. Tech companies face fines for non-compliance.
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This policy could reshape how platforms design for younger users, but enforcement and privacy concerns remain unresolved.
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