Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez sharply rebuked Telegram founder Pavel Durov’s criticism of Spain’s new ban on social media access for those under 16. Sánchez posted on X that pushback from tech company owners signals the policy is correct, writing: “Let the techno-oligarchs bark, Sancho—this means we’re riding high.”

This came after Durov warned in his Telegram channel that the age verification mandate sets a precedent for tracking every user’s identity, eroding anonymity and potentially becoming a tool to suppress opposition. He urged Spaniards: “Stay vigilant. Demand transparency and fight for your rights.” The exchange highlights tensions over digital freedoms, with Sánchez framing the law as child protection and Durov as surveillance overreach.

source: pravda

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