European parliament calls for social media ban on under-16s
14 days ago
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- European Parliament suggests banning children under 16 from social media unless parents consent.
- Resolution passed to push for stricter EU legislation on children's social media access.
- European Commission studying Australia's under-16 social media ban set for next month.
- Ursula von der Leyen criticizes algorithms exploiting children's vulnerabilities and promises expert panel by year-end.
- France's expert report recommends no smartphones before 13 and no social media before 18.
- Christel Schaldemose's resolution calls for disabling addictive features like infinite scrolling for minors.
- One in four children show problematic smartphone use, resembling addiction behaviors.
- White House urges EU to reconsider digital laws, but EU stands firm on child protections.
- Digital Services Act aims to protect users but needs strengthening for children's safety.
- Dark patterns, like countdown timers, manipulate user behavior and are criticized.
- Resolution passed with 483 votes in favor, facing opposition from Eurosceptic MEPs.
- EU delays AI Act changes to simplify regulations but remains committed to child protection.