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Greece passes social media ban for children under 15

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Greece's parliament has approved a bill banning social media use for children under 15 years old, set to take effect on January 1, 2027. The legislation aims to address concerns about the impact of social media on minors' health and safety. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stated that social media platforms have until December 15 to develop methods for verifying users' ages and protecting their privacy. Greece is collaborating with six other EU countries through the European Commission to find a solution for age verification.
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Greece's parliament approved a bill on October 23, 2026, that bans the use of social media platforms for children under 15 years old, effective January 1, 2027. The ban aims to protect minors from the negative health and safety impacts associated with excessive screen time. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stated that social media companies have until the end of December 2026 to devise a way to verify users' ages and ensure privacy protection. Seven EU countries, including Greece, are collaborating with the European Commission to find an age verification solution. Australia was the first country to pass similar legislation in the previous year, while France's attempt was struck down by its Constitutional Council in August 2026.

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Greece is among seven European Union countries seeking an age verification solution with the European Commission • Greece says it is standing by parents to help curb the "endless scrolling" that deprives children of sleep, concentration and time with their friends REUTERS
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Greece's parliament approved a bill on Friday that bans the use of social media platforms for children under 15 amid growing concerns over their impact on the health and safety of minors. asserted
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The ban comes into force on January 1, 2027 • asserted
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Australia was the first country to pass legislation to curb the use of social media by minors, doing so last year. asserted
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A similar law passed in France was struck down by the country's Constitutional Council in August • asserted
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Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said social media platforms have 2-1/2 months to devise a way to verify users' ages and protect their privacy • asserted
platforms → say → privacy
Greece is among seven European Union countries seeking an age verification solution with the European Commission • Greece says it is standing by parents to help curb the "endless scrolling" that deprives children of sleep, concentration and time with their friends REUTERS asserted
that → seek → friends
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