EU Prepares 'EU Kids Act' to Regulate Social Media Use by Minors
The European Commission is set to present legislation aimed at protecting children online and establishing a common digital age across the European Union.
The European Commission is set to present its 'EU Kids Act' on Thursday, legislation dedicated to protecting children online, according to information reported by France 24.
According to the same source, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is expected to outline the main provisions of this legislation as early as Wednesday before the European Parliament.
The goal of this initiative is to establish, for the first time, a common digital age across the entire eurozone, France 24 notes.
The precise details of the legislation, notably the specific measures that could apply to under-15s on social media platforms, have not yet been made public ahead of its official presentation.
This legislative proposal comes amid a broader context of growing concerns in Europe about children's exposure to online content and the use of digital platforms by young people.
Sources
- Réseaux sociaux : ce qui pourrait changer pour les moins de 15 ans — France 24 — Français
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