Australia to ban social media for kids

Australia's proposed social media ban for kids is a 1950s solution to a 2024 problem
When U.S. lawmakers seem to have outdated ideas of how internet regulation needs to happen, Australia comes along and says hold my beer. A law proposed in parliament would ban social media access for all children under the age of 16, placing stiff fines on platforms that don't comply.
School bullies have moved online. But is banning all under-16s from social media really the answer?
The Australian government introduced what it’s called “world-leading” legislation in parliament this week to wipe social media accounts – including Snapchat, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Reddit and X – from the devices of children under 16.
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Social Media Platforms That Violate Australia's Ban Bill May Face $32M Fine
Australia has officially presented its bill that would ban social media use for minors under the age of 16—and force platforms to pay up to $32.5 million in fines if they don't comply.Communications Minister Michelle Rowland brought the bill before Australian Parliament on Thursday.
Australia is proposing a social media age limit. Which other countries are considering restrictions?
Australia's communications minister has introduced a new bill to ban social media for minors under the age of 16. Will other countries follow suit? View on euronews
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Elon Musk criticizes Australia's proposed ban on social media for children
Tech billionaire Elon Musk, the owner of social media platform X, criticized proposed legislation in Australia that aims to ban social media for children under 16.
Australia launches 'landmark' bill to ban social media for children under 16
Australia's centre-left government on Thursday introduced a bill in parliament that aims to ban social media for children under 16 and proposed fines of up to A$49.5 million for social media platforms for systemic breaches.
Australia introduces proposed law to ban social media for children younger than 16
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