The Greek parliament approved a new law today banning the use of social media for individuals under the age of 15, with the regulation set to take effect starting January 1. The bill was passed by a parliamentary majority amid
the absence of support from other parties, following discussions that lasted from Thursday until today. One Greek party abstained from voting, proposing an alternative that bans usage for those under 13 and imposes parental controls for ages 13 to 14,
while left-wing and nationalist parties opposed the bill. The law requires social media platforms to verify users' ages and imposes penalties on companies that fail to comply. This move aligns with a growing international trend to restrict children's access to
these platforms, with Australia being among the first countries to prohibit social media use for those under 16.
