Ursula von der Leyen addresses child safety in online spaces
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has received a report from the Special Panel on Child Safety Online regarding the influence of digital platforms on children.
By Europa Express15 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CETUpdated 15 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen received the report from the Special Panel on Child Safety Online earlier this week. The commission president was joined by the panel's co-chairs during the presentation of the findings in Brussels.
In her comments regarding the report, the president stated that European authorities believe parental guidance should be the primary influence in children’s upbringing, rather than predatory algorithms. The European Commission announced the meeting on 15 July 2026.