EU Considers Age Limits for Social Media to Protect Children from Online Risks
Summary
The European Union is considering age limits for social media use, including a possible ban for children under 13 or restrictions for those under 15, as it seeks to protect minors from online risks. Child rights and digital privacy groups warn that a blanket ban could undermine expression and privacy, while the EU also develops an age-verification app using zero-knowledge proof technology.
Key Points
- EU chief Ursula von der Leyen is preparing a plan to restrict social media use by minors in the European Parliament next week.
- The EU is weighing age limits such as banning social media for children under 13 or restricting access for those under 15.
- Child rights groups and digital privacy advocates say a ban could harm freedom of expression, access to information, and privacy.
- The EU is developing an age-verification app using zero-knowledge proof technology, but security and privacy concerns remain.
