SOcial Media Ban

In a groundbreaking move, Australia has become the first country in the world to pass legislation banning social media access for children under 16. The new law, approved by the Senate on Thursday, requires tech companies to take "reasonable steps" to prevent underage users from accessing their platforms or face hefty fines. This legislation represents the most stringent response yet to the growing concerns about the impact of social media on young people. While other countries have imposed restrictions, Australia is the first to hold companies directly accountable for breaches of a nationwide ban. The ban is expected to apply to popular platforms like Snapchat, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Reddit, and X, with the potential for the list to expand. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese defended the age limit of 16, arguing that children at that age are better equipped to identify […]