Policy · 19h ago
France bans social media for under-15s, phones in schools
France enacted a law banning social media for children under 15 without parental consent, and prohibiting mobile phone use in schools. The legislation aims to protect minors from online harms and reduce screen time. Violators face fines up to €75,000.
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The law's enforcement challenges and potential for overreach may test its effectiveness, but it sets a precedent for tech regulation targeting youth.
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