Australia launches bill banning social media for under 16s
Thursday, 21 November 2024 () The bill proposes a fine of up to AU$50 million on social media platforms if they fail to uphold the ban. It also does not allow for an exemption for parents to allow their children to use social media.
A ban on social media for under-16s is “on the table” if companies do not take action to protect children, the technology secretary has said. Peter Kyle wrote to Ofcom asking them to be more assertive with tech firms, as both he and the regulator ready themselves for new legal powers in the...
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Australia's prime minister vows to ban children under 16 from social media, saying the pervasive influence of platforms like Facebook and TikTok was "doing real harm to our kids". The new laws are..
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Thursday, 21 November 2024 ()
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