On July 22, 2026, French lawmakers approved a comprehensive ban on social media platforms for children under the age of 15. This legislation positions France as the first country in the European Union to enact such a measure amid growing concerns about the negative impacts of digital content on young users.
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France becomes first EU country to implement social media ban for children under 15
French lawmakers have approved a ban on social media for children under 15, making France the first EU country to implement this legislation. The decision comes in response to increasing worries about the harmful effects of digital content on children.
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