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Politics● LowSep 22 · Sep 22, 2026, 6:30 AM

EU Kids act: The EU’s plan to make the internet safer for kids

GlobeAlert Desk · curated from EuroNews [en] · Western Europe

The new EU KIDS ACT bans social media for under-13s but allows "mini accounts" for 13-15-year-olds. No infinite scrolling, push notifications, and contacts from strangers. Video games, AI chatbots, and app stores must be “safe by design".

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