European Union lawmakers are raising alarms over the safety of minors on digital platforms, warning that algorithmic feeds are increasingly exposing children to harmful content.
Biljana Borzan, a prominent EU parliamentarian, highlighted the urgency of the issue, noting that half of all children now spend significant time online where they encounter material that romanticizes self-harm and suicide.
The warning comes as the debate over age-appropriate design and platform accountability intensifies in Brussels.
Borzan’s comments underscore a growing consensus among policymakers that current self-regulatory measures by tech giants are insufficient to protect vulnerable users.
The focus is shifting toward mandatory safety standards and stricter enforcement of existing digital services regulations.
This development aligns with a broader trend across Europe to restrict social media access for younger users.