Australia is set to introduce new legislation that will strengthen its ban on social media access for children under 16 while giving the national internet regulator greater authority to take legal action against technology companies that fail to comply. The proposed changes aim to improve enforcement of the landmark restrictions introduced in December. Prime Minister […]
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Malaysia to ban social media for under-16 users from next year
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia plans to bar users under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms starting next year, joining a growing list of countries tightening regulations to protect children online. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said on Sunday that the government is reviewing age-restriction measures used in Australia and other nations. He cited concerns […]
Meta warns young Australians ahead of social media ban
SYDNEY: Technology giant Meta has begun alerting thousands of young Australians to download their digital histories and prepare to delete their accounts ahead of a historic social media ban. The new law, taking effect on December 10, will prohibit children under 16 from using several major platforms, including Meta’s Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Read More: […]
Australia Bans Social Media for Under-16s
UNITED NATIONS —Australia will become the first country to ban social media use for children under 16, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced at a UN event in New York on Wednesday. The law, effective from December, raises the age limit from 13 to 16, requiring tech firms to use artificial intelligence and behavioral data to […]