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Will Austria pass a law banning social media for children under 14?

Volume~$196
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DescriptionThe Austrian government (a coalition of the ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS) has officially announced its intention to protect teenagers from “addictive algorithms” and harmful content. Vice Chancellor Andreas Babler compared the risks of digital platforms to those of alcohol and tobacco, stating that the government has a duty to intervene. The text of the bill, including technical details (such as an age verification system), is to be drafted by the end of June 2026. Given the broad support for the initiative among parents and global trends (similar measures in Australia and France), it is highly likely that the bill will be submitted on time.
ConditionsYes: if, by June 30, 2026, the Austrian government officially introduces a bill to ban social media for children under 14. No: if, by June 30, 2026, the bill is not introduced or the age limit is changed.
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OpenedMar 29, 2026, 9:17 PM
Closes
Apr 30, 2026, 8:59 PM
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OpenedMar 29, 2026, 9:17 PM
Closes
Apr 30, 2026, 8:59 PM
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EndsJul 1, 2026, 8:59 PM
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Will Austria pass a law banning social media for children under 14?

Volume~$196
Political
Social networks
DescriptionThe Austrian government (a coalition of the ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS) has officially announced its intention to protect teenagers from “addictive algorithms” and harmful content. Vice Chancellor Andreas Babler compared the risks of digital platforms to those of alcohol and tobacco, stating that the government has a duty to intervene. The text of the bill, including technical details (such as an age verification system), is to be drafted by the end of June 2026. Given the broad support for the initiative among parents and global trends (similar measures in Australia and France), it is highly likely that the bill will be submitted on time.
ConditionsYes: if, by June 30, 2026, the Austrian government officially introduces a bill to ban social media for children under 14. No: if, by June 30, 2026, the bill is not introduced or the age limit is changed.
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