Current Affairs - International - Discussion

Greece reportedly approved legislation on 23 October 2026 to prohibit children under the age of 15 from using social media platforms, with implementation scheduled for 1 January 2027. The restriction covers platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn, and applies to both existing accounts and new users. Parental consent will not exempt children under 15 from the ban. The measure aims to address concerns about online safety, excessive screen time, sleep, concentration and cyberbullying. The reported age-verification framework is linked to the KidsWallet app and is intended to protect users’ privacy while verifying their age.