What happened
The European Commission has presented the EU KIDS Act, which would prohibit social‑media platforms from providing services to children under 13 and require a minimum age of 15 for users to open their own accounts. The proposal shifts the burden of proof to service providers, obligating them to demonstrate that their services are age‑appropriate and safe by design. The Act also aims to protect minors from risky digital services and AI systems across the Union.
Why it matters for trust and compliance
- Its status is proposed. It is not law yet. Track it, but do not treat it as an obligation.
- The KIDS Act would impose age‑based restrictions and safety‑by‑design obligations on online platforms, directly affecting children’s privacy and online safety in the EU.
Who is affected
technology platform developer
Recommended actions
- Inventory AI or automated decision systems in scope and their assessments.
- Review age assurance and protections for minors' data.