Social Media News: Spain Aims to Ban Social Media for Children Under 16, Prime Minister Says

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Details: Written by Bing News Search Results; Category: Social Media; Published: 03 February 2026; Created: 03 February 2026; Last Updated: 03 February 2026

The announcement is part of a broader push by countries to curb access to online platforms for minors. It also points to Europe’s stricter approach to regulating social media.
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Posted: 2026-02-03 06:54:00

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