Greece Considers Social Media Ban for Under 16s: Debate and Doubts Emerge
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced that Greece is considering banning social media use for children under 16, mirroring potential age restrictions implemented in Australia. This announcement was made at the “Protecting Children in the Digital Age” event. Mitsotakis highlighted concerns about the impact of artificial intelligence and chatbots on children, recognizing the need for proactive measures. He also emphasized shared responsibility, including governmental actions like banning smartphones in schools and launching a parental control tool, as well as collaboration with families and technology companies.
John Q. Hosedrinker