Turkish parliament approves social media restrictions for children under 15

The Turkish parliament has approved new legislation prohibiting children under the age of 15 from registering on social media platforms. Digital companies are now legally required to implement robust age verification systems to enforce this restriction. The law introduces parental monitoring tools, enabling parents to track their children's screen time and online spending. Platforms must also respond within one hour to reports of harmful content. The regulation is set to come into force six months after its publication in the Official Gazette. According to state news agency Anadolu and other local media, the move is intended to increase digital accountability and protect minors. This development aligns with broader international discussions regarding youth access to digital platforms, including recent proposals from French President Emmanuel Macron and European Union leaders to address online safety.