The European Parliament adopted a resolution urging stricter measures to reduce addictive design in digital platforms. Citing public health concerns, particularly for minors, Parliament highlighted practices like infinite scrolling, auto-play, and constant notifications that exploit users' psychological vulnerabilities.

The resolution calls on the European Commission to explore policy and regulatory options to counteract addictive digital designs, possibly through revising existing laws like the Unfair Commercial Practices Directive. Members emphasized the need for “ethical design” defaults that prioritize user autonomy, allowing consumers to turn off attention-seeking features easily.

Additionally, the Parliament recommended implementing a "digital right not to be disturbed," which would give users control over potentially addictive elements, such as by offering weekly usage summaries and timed reminders to manage screen time. This initiative underscores growing legislative efforts to protect consumers in an increasingly digital world and addresses concerns over the mental health effects of excessive digital engagement.

We have published a page dedicated to this resolution where you can find the full text of the final resolution, summary, video of the vote, and other relevant resources.