Brussels: In a decisive move to bolster protections for minors online, the European Commission announced on Friday that it is reviewing child safety measures on Snapchat, YouTube, and major app distribution platforms, including Apple App Store and Google Play. This initiative is being carried out under the European Union’s landmark Digital Services Act (DSA), designed to enforce stricter obligations on online platforms to combat illegal and harmful content.

The Commission is seeking detailed information from these tech giants about their age verification systems and the effectiveness of their safeguards. Of particular concern are minors’ access to illegal products, such as drugs and vaping devices, and exposure to harmful material, including content promoting eating disorders. EU techno

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