EU chief proposes social media ban for kids under 13
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed a ban on children under 13 accessing social media, online games, and chatbots during her annual State of the European Union speech. The initiative aims to curb the influence of major technology companies and enhance digital protections for young users. This proposal marks a significant step in the EU’s ongoing efforts to regulate Big Tech and prioritize the safety of minors online.
BRUSSELS (AP) — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed banning children under 13 from accessing social media, online games and chatbots on Wednesday during her annual State of the European Union speech in Strasbourg. “I am aware that many perceive the power of Big Tech as overwhelming and impossible to roll back. I...
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