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Will Australia’s ban on under-16s using social media work? | Social Media
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Will Australia’s ban on under-16s using social media work? | Social Media

The move has divided opinion internationally on how to protect children online. Under-16s have been banned from using social media under strict new...

Australia passes legislation banning under-16s from social media | Business and Economy News
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Australia passes legislation banning under-16s from social media | Business and Economy News

Social media companies that do not enforce the ban could receive fines of up to AUS$50 million (US$32.5m). Australia’s Parliament has passed a...

Australia moves step closer to world-first social media ban for under-16s | Social Media News
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Australia moves step closer to world-first social media ban for under-16s | Social Media News

The House of Representatives votes overwhelmingly to pass legislation targeting platforms such as TikTok and Instagram. Australia’s lower house of parliament has voted...

Australia proposes m fine for social media firms flouting under-16s ban | Social Media News
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Australia proposes $32m fine for social media firms flouting under-16s ban | Social Media News

Under bill, platforms like Instagram and X would be given one year to find ways of restricting access to minors. Australia’s centre-left government...