'Backdoor way to control access': Musk slams Australia's proposed ban on social media for children
Friday, 22 November 2024 Elon Musk criticized a proposed Australian law that would ban social media access for children under 16. The law, announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, would require age verification and impose hefty fines on non-compliant companies. Musk called it an attempt to control internet access for all Australians, escalating his ongoing disputes with the Australian government over social media regulations.
A ban on social media for under-16s is βon the tableβ 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...
Australians give their thoughts on new legislation to ban under 16s from social media after the bill passed through parliament with bipartisan support.
However, there remains uncertainty over how..
In a world-first move, Australia has passed a law banning children under the age of 16 from using social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. The law, which was approved by parliament..
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says a landmark law that bans under-16s from social media will result in "less harm" for children. The crackdown on sites like Facebook, Instagram and X,..