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French Lawmakers Approve Restrictions on Social Media Access for Children
Just the facts
French lawmakers approved a bill that prohibits children under a specified age from accessing social media platforms without parental consent. The legislation requires platforms to implement age-verification systems to enforce the restrictions. Violations of the law may subject tech companies to financial penalties.
Why this is news
The French National Assembly voted on a legislative proposal regarding digital privacy and minor safety.
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