EU plans to ban under-13s from social media, with ‘phased access’ afterwards

The European Union is taking a significant step to protect young children by proposing a ban on social media use for those under 13, with carefully controlled access for teenagers afterward. This move aims to address the poorly enforced age restrictions that currently allow young kids to use platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Beyond just a ban, the EU's plan includes stricter regulations for older teens, signaling a broader effort to safeguard children's mental health and well-being from the potential harms of social media. This initiative could set a global precedent for digital safety laws.