Tech Companies Chide Australia’s Under 16 Social Media Ban
Australia approved the social media ban for children late on Thursday. The law forces tech giants from Instagram and Facebook owner Meta to TikTok to stop minors logging in or face fines of up to A$49 ...
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A social media ban for under-16s passes the Australian Senate and will soon be a world-first law
The Australian Senate has passed a social media ban for young children that will soon become a world-first law.
Protecting children or government overreach? Pittsburgh-area reaction mixed on Australia's social media ban
Olivia Edwards understands the intent behind Australia’s recent blanket social media ban. “It makes sense,” she said. “The ...
Australia passes landmark social media ban for children under 16
Australia’s Parliament has passed groundbreaking legislation banning social media use for children under 16, marking a ...
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Australia Passes Law Banning Social Media for Kids Under 16
AAustralia has approved one of the world’s strictest social media laws, banning children under 16 from accessing platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
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Social Media Firms Decry Australia’s Ban on Children Under 16 Using Facebook, TikTok, Other Apps
Tech giants face hefty fines down under as new law aims to protect children’s online safety. The Social Media industry has ...
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Australia’s bold social media restrictions raise global attention
Australia has positioned itself at the forefront of digital protection by passing groundbreaking legislation that prohibits ...
Australia Passes New Law to Restrict Internet Access for Children Under 16
Discover how Australia's new Online Safety Amendment aims to protect minors by restricting social media access for those under 16.
Australia bans under-16s from using social media – platforms criticize decision
Earlier this month, it was reported that the Australian government had announced plans to introduce legislation banning ...
Tech firms criticize Australia’s ‘rushed’ social media ban for kids
Last year, France passed legislation that requires children under 15 to get a parent’s permission before getting a social media platform, but local media reports that technical challenges have led to ...