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EU Plans Restrictions on Social Media Access for Minors Across Member States

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The European Union is preparing to implement age restrictions for social media access for minors across its 27 member states.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen supports the establishment of age limits, with proposals expected to be presented in September.
Children under the age of 13 would require parental supervision to access social media platforms under the new regulations.
Additional measures include restrictions on screen exposure for children under three years old.
This initiative marks a significant effort by the EU to enhance online safety for children and address concerns regarding major tech companies.

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The European Union is poised to implement new restrictions on social media access for minors as part of a broader effort to enhance online safety for children. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced these plans during a presentation of a report by the special committee on internet safety for children. The legislative proposal will be introduced in September and is expected to propose that children under the age of 13 can only access social media platforms with parental supervision.

In addition to this parental oversight for younger children, the report emphasizes that children under the age of three should have no exposure to screens at all. For those above 13, there will be a phased access policy that considers the safety features of different platforms. This initiative reflects the EU's intensified scrutiny of Big Tech firms, which have faced accusations of fostering addictive behaviors and monopolistic practices that adversely affect youth. The proposed regulations mark a significant step towards safeguarding minors in the digital landscape across the 27 member states of the EU.

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