As harmful online content proliferates, several European nations, led by Greece, are pushing for stricter regulations on minors' social media access. Supported by countries like France and Spain, a proposal aims to establish an age of digital adulthood across the EU that requires parental consent for social media use. The initiative is part of a broader movement recognizing growing concerns over social media's detrimental impact on children's health. Denmark, taking over the EU presidency, is also prioritizing this issue, reflecting a growing consensus for change in digital laws.
The proposal includes setting an age of digital adulthood across the 27-country EU, meaning children will not be able to access social media without parental consent.
Since the proposal was published last month, other countries have expressed support including Denmark - which takes over the rotating EU presidency in July - and Cyprus.
France has led the way in cracking down on platforms, passing a 2023 law requiring them to obtain parental consent for users under the age of 15.
As evidence mounts on the negative effects of social media on children's mental health, the EU must act swiftly to regulate access for minors.
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