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European Commission to propose digital age of consent regulations for minors

The European Commission is preparing legislation to establish a 'digital majority' age, aiming to restrict minor access to social media and AI services. The specific age threshold and enforcement mechanisms remain uncertain, marking a potential shift toward stricter pan-European digital oversight.

BAE Negociosabout 2 hours agoEUCredibility 41%View source

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Mosaic Score10.0

Confidence0.9

Significance0.5

Source credibility0.4

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#regulation #social media #artificial intelligence #minors #eu

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Brussels

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Part of 2 situations

activePoliticsTech5m ago

France — 8 developments

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developingPoliticsTech7m ago

France Advances Legislation Restricting Social Media Access for Minors Under 15

The French Senate has approved legislation to restrict social media access for minors under 15, requiring parental consent and age verification. This initiative, driven by digital safety and mental health concerns, is pending final approval by the National Assembly, with a target implementation by September 2026. Key uncertainties remain regarding the practical enforcement mechanisms, technical feasibility of age verification, and potential privacy implications.

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