EU announces plan to restrict social media access for children
The European Union has proposed the 'EU Kids Act' to restrict social media access for children under 16. The legislation aims to improve online safety by banning access for those under 13 and limiting usage for those aged 13 to 15.
Why it matters
This represents a significant regulatory shift in how global tech platforms must manage age-gating and child safety, potentially setting a precedent for international digital policy.
Image source, Getty Images By Amy Walker Published 19 minutes ago The EU has announced plans to restrict social media access for under-16s across its member states, in a bid to increase wellbeing and tackle online safety.
Under the plans, there would be a gradual approach to children using social media which would include banning under 13s from accessing platforms.
Those aged 13 to 15 would only be able to access platforms for an hour per day via "mini accounts" set up through their parent or guardian's social media account.
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