Greece plans to bar under-15s from social media, becoming the latest European nation to limit children's online access. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said the policy targets rising youth anxiety and sleep issues and the "addictive design" of social platforms. The ban takes effect in January next year.
In December, Australia became the first country to force platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Snapchat to delete accounts for under-16s or face large fines. France, Austria, and Spain are among other countries pursuing similar restrictions.
The UK is consulting on a potential ban for under-16s; Ireland and Denmark are also weighing measures.
Social media firms warn that blanket bans may be ineffective, hard to enforce and risk isolating vulnerable teens. Reddit is legally challenging Australia's law.
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