Irish regulator warns social platforms face blocking if child safety rules unmet

Ireland's media regulator, Coimisiún na Meán, has warned that social media platforms could be blocked in the country if they fail to comply with child protection measures, as the EU considers a new Kids Act. The regulator is seeking stronger enforcement powers, signaling a potential escalation in regulatory pressure on tech firms. The outcome depends on EU legislative progress and national implementation, with implications for platform operations in Ireland, a key EU tech hub.