# EU chief pledges social media ban to shield children from predatory algorithms

The European Commission President has promised to introduce a ban on social media features that use "predatory algorithms" targeting children. The proposal aims to protect minors from harmful content and manipulative online practices. This move could set a significant regulatory precedent for tech platforms globally.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/13/eu-social-media-ban-children-under-13-ursula-von-der-leyen) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:52:36 GMT