EU Considering Ban on Social Media for Under-13s
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen presented proposals on Wednesday, September 16, to strengthen the protection of children and teenagers online.
Ursula von der Leyen unveiled on Wednesday, September 16, long-awaited proposals aimed at protecting children and teenagers online within the European Union, according to France 24.
The president of the European Commission notably wishes to establish a ban on social media for children under 13 years of age, the source reports.
For young people under 15, the proposal provides for the implementation of accounts with limited features, also according to France 24.
These measures are part of a stated commitment by the European Commission to better regulate the use of digital platforms by young people, though no further details on the timeline or precise implementation arrangements were communicated in the announcement relayed by the source.
Sources
- Union Européenne : interdiction des réseaux sociaux pour les moins de 13 ans ? — France 24 — Français
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
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