Denmark Announces Plan to Ban Social Media Access for Children Under 15
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Summary
Denmark's government has announced plans to ban social media access for anyone under 15, with potential exceptions allowing parents to consent for children as young as 13 after assessment. This represents one of Europe's most significant moves to address concerns about social media's impact on youth, following Australia's similar ban setting the minimum age at 16. The ban targets 'certain' platforms, though enforcement details and specific platforms remain unclear. The decision aims to protect children from harmful content and commercial pressures in the digital world.
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The move would give some parents — after a specific assessment — the right to let their children access social media from age 13
This step is among the most significant by a European country to address concerns about social media use among teens
The decision aims to protect children from harmful content and commercial pressures
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