Australian social media ban

Australia’s plan to ban children from social media proves popular and problematic
The Australian government's plan to ban children from social media to protect them from harm has won almost universal political support.
Australia plans to ban social media for under 16s — and experts have called it a ‘momentous step’
Australia's government has proposed a social media ban for children under the age of 16 which experts have described as a "momentous step," as parents globally call for greater regulation of tech companies.
Why Australia’s social media ban for kids under 16 could change parenting worldwide
Australia’s proposed social media ban for kids under 16 is sparking a global conversation—and U.S. parents are listening. In what Prime Minister Anthony Albanese calls a “world-first national approach,” this law would make platforms like Instagram ...
Australia wants to ban kids under 16 from social media as world governments seek to crack down on the 'addictive' apps
Australia announced plans to ban children under 16 from accessing social media in an effort to curb addiction and protect mental health.
Australia proposes ban on social media for children under 16
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said he does not think the ban will fix the problem immediately or that it would be completely effective, pointing to the fact that alcohol restrictions have not stopped underage youth from drinking.
Online games should not be included in Australia’s social media ban – they are crucial for kids’ social lives
Australia is set to ban kids under 16 from social media. Depending on the definition, online games with social features could be in the firing line – which would be detrimental.
Why Australia is planning to ban social media for teenagers
The announcement set off debates about the challenges of implementing an age-related ban, the impact of social media on adolescents' health and whether a social media ban is needed at all. We explain.
Australia to legislate ‘world-leading’ social media ban for children under 16
Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Thursday the government would legislate for a ban on social media for children under 16, a policy the government says is world-leading.
Should social media be banned for under-16s?
Australia is set to ban social media for under-16s. What concerns, if any, do you have about children using social media, and do you think the UK should consider similar restrictions?
Australia will require social media platforms to act to prevent online harm to users
Australia plans to require social media platforms to act to prevent online harms to users such as bullying, predatory ...
Australia plans "world-leading" social media ban for children under 16
"Social media is doing harm to our kids and I'm calling time on it ... parental consent and age verification should happen ...
Australia's Woolworths, Coles to defend lawsuit over discounts
Woolworths and Coles Group said on Friday they would defend class action proceedings commenced by a law firm in Australia's ...
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Blog | Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban: Barking Up The Wrong Tree
Australia has taken the lead in launching the world's first social media ban for teenagers under the age of 16. Usually ...