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Poland Plans Social Media Ban for Kids in Challenge to US Tech

Zosia Wanat
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Poland’s government will propose legislation banning children under 15 from social media, challenging major US tech firms by imposing fines for non-compliance. The draft law, led by Education Minister Barbara Nowacka and the ruling Civic Coalition, requires platforms to verify user ages or face penalties. Set for announcement in February 2026, the measure aims to restrict access to social media services for minors, shifting enforcement responsibility to companies. Poland’s move escalates global tensions over digital child protection, positioning it against US-based platforms like Meta and TikTok. The ban reflects growing European regulatory pressure on Big Tech, following similar age-verification laws in France and the UK.
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