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flag Switzerland considers banning social media for under-16s, inspired by Australia and the EU.

flag Swiss Interior Minister Elisabeth Baume-Schneider said she is open to exploring a social media ban for children, citing Australia’s under-16 restriction and EU debates as models. flag She called for age-based access limits, content controls, and greater accountability from tech companies over algorithms that exploit youth. flag Detailed policy discussions are expected in 2026, supported by a forthcoming report. flag Meanwhile, Switzerland’s Fribourg canton banned mobile phone use in schools for students under 15, reflecting broader efforts to limit youth screen time.

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