In an exclusive interview on MEGA's Community Hour, Dimitris Papastergiou, the Greek Minister of Digital Governance, discussed the imminent implementation of the Kids Wallet application, which will be mandatory for sellers to help prevent the sale of alcohol and tobacco products to minors. He emphasized that this regulation requires vendors to register on the alto.gov.gr platform by April 16, and it applies to both physical and digital sales points. The initiative aims to curb the use of fake identities in entertainment venues and safeguard minors from harmful substances.

Furthermore, Papastergiou highlighted the importance of the events.gov.gr platform, which mandates advance declaration of school events at entertainment venues, thereby enhancing oversight and preventing underage drinking. The minister's comments reflect a broader effort by the Greek government, led by the Prime Minister, to address these issues on a European scale, advocating for strict measures to protect children in the digital age.

Towards the end of the discussion, he urged that the proposed ban on social media access for individuals under the age of 15 is an urgent matter, supported by a collective call from the Greek government and its leaders. These measures are indicative of a growing recognition in Greece of the need to regulate children's access to social media and protect their mental well-being amidst increasing concerns over digital safety and exposure to inappropriate content.