EU chief proposes bloc-wide social media ban for kids under 13
BRUSSELS — The European Union's top official proposed on Wednesday banning children under 13 across the 27-nation bloc from using social media sites and imposing limits for older teens on accessing the platforms. The plan outlined by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen adds to global efforts to protect young people using platforms such as Instagram and TikTok from online harm. "I…
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a proposal on Wednesday to ban children under 13 from using social media across the European Union and impose restrictions on older teens accessing the platforms. This initiative is part of global efforts to safeguard young people on social media sites like Instagram and TikTok from potential online harm.
Von der Leyen acknowledged the perceived overwhelming influence of Big Tech but disagreed, stating that society does not have to accept addictive features, extreme content, or the use of children's photos for AI-generated sexualized images. She proposed granting "mini accounts" to kids aged 13-15, accompanied by guardians, with limitations on features and access time. For 15-to-18-year-olds, platforms would be required to provide a "safe design."
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