Current Affairs - International - Discussion

Turkey introduced a significant legal reform in April 2026 by banning social media access for children below 15 years of age. The legislation amends existing social services laws to impose strict age-based restrictions on digital platform usage. It requires companies to implement robust age verification systems and appoint local representatives for compliance. The regulation also extends to gaming platforms, mandating age classification for video games. This move reflects growing global concerns about online safety for minors, digital well-being, and responsible platform governance in an increasingly connected technological environment.