Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) are pushing for a ban on social media access for anyone under 16 years old. They passed a resolution emphasizing the need to protect minors from the mental and physical health risks associated with online platforms. The proposal aims to establish a uniform digital minimum age of 16 across the EU. Children aged 13 to 16 could still access social media, but only with parental consent. Concerns about social media's negative effects on young people are growing globally. Australia is set to implement a similar ban next month. In Europe, a 2025 Eurobarometer survey revealed that over 90% of respondents believe action is urgently needed to safeguard children online, particularly regarding mental health, cyberbullying, and restricting access to inappropriate content. France has also suggested that kids should not use smartphones until age 13 and social media until 18.