Ursula von der Leyen pledges EU-wide social media ban for children

Ursula von der Leyen has committed to implementing an EU-wide ban on social media for children under 13, following a panel of experts advocating for such restrictions to protect young users from online dangers. This move underscores the EU's focus on safeguarding children's mental health and safety in the digital age. With increasing concerns about cyberbullying, data privacy, and the impact of social media on young minds, von der Leyen's pledge could set a significant precedent for global child protection policies.