Greece Launches Strategy to Curb Minors' Social Media Use

Greece has launched a national strategy to combat internet addiction among minors, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding children's well-being while advocating for a balanced approach to social media use. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis highlighted the initiative's focus on strengthening parental controls, enhancing age verification, and engaging with social media platforms rather than imposing outright bans. The strategy includes the introduction of a dedicated website to guide parents and will feature a 'kids wallet' application for automatic age verification. The government aims to implement the strategy in three phases, with the first phase already underway. This initiative aligns with global trends where countries are increasingly addressing the impact of social media on youth, driven by concerns over cyberbullying and dangerous online trends. Greece plans to collaborate with European partners to enhance protections for minors and develop comprehensive legislative measures.