EU Parliament Proposes Stricter Age Limits for Social Media and AI Access
The European Parliament has advanced a resolution calling for an EU-wide ban on certain online platforms for children under 16. The measure aims to protect minors by implementing stricter age verification for social media and AI tools.
The non-binding resolution passed with 483 votes in favor, reflecting broad consensus. It proposes 16 as the default minimum age for access, with provisions for 13-16 year-olds to use platforms with parental consent.
This MOVE aligns with global regulatory trends seen in the UK and Australia, as governments worldwide grapple with balancing digital access and youth protection.