Australia Bans Social Media For Children Under 16
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Australia has become the first country to restrict social media use for children under 16. Under a new law, the government is requiring the 10 largest social media platforms to block users under the age of 16 or face fines of up to $33 million.
The move is part of a broader effort to protect minors from online harms, including cyberbullying and exposure to inappropriate content. Platforms now have a legal obligation to verify users’ ages and ensure compliance, with authorities warning that failure to do so could result in significant penalties.
The move is part of a broader effort to protect minors from online harms, including cyberbullying and exposure to inappropriate content. Platforms now have a legal obligation to verify users’ ages and ensure compliance, with authorities warning that failure to do so could result in significant penalties.
