Is the EU planning a social media ban for children in 2026?

The French Parliament voted to ban social media for children under 15, and the EU is considering similar restrictions amid rising global pressure. The EU is launching a consultative panel in 2024 to advise on child protection online, with several member states testing age-verification tools. Ongoing EU probes target platforms like TikTok and Meta over concerns about their impact on minors, with regulators aiming to conclude investigations soon.