EU's Digital Services Act forces major platforms to strengthen child safety measures

The European Commission has issued formal guidance under the Digital Services Act requiring very large online platforms to implement enhanced child protection measures by December 2026. The directive mandates risk assessments for minor users, transparency in content moderation affecting children, and deployment of proactive detection systems for grooming and child sexual abuse material. Meta, TikTok, and Snapchat are among the platforms subject to the new requirements, with non-compliance carrying fines of up to six percent of global revenue.

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