Wired
The EU Wants to Break Up Kids and Their Chatbots
Thursday, September 17, 2026
The European Union is considering restrictions on chatbot features available to minors. The proposed AI Kids Act would limit functionality in chatbots used by users under 18, including those offered by OpenAI's ChatGPT, Character.ai, and Snapchat's My AI. The legislation targets personalization and engagement features in these applications when accessed by minors.
Original reporting: https://www.wired.com/story/the-eu-wants-to-break-up-kids-and-their-chatbots/