Australian kids kicked off social media. But is a ban for the best?

The Australian government has banned kids and teens under 16 from using social media. Here’s what experts think about the ...
Al Jazeera on MSN

Australia’s social media ban for young people takes effect

Children under 16 can no longer access 10 of the world’s biggest platforms, including Facebook, TikTok and Instagram.
Man of Many on MSN

Australia’s under-16 social media ban is now in effect: Here’s what’s restricted

Australia has officially switched on its world-first ban preventing anyone under 16 from holding a social media account. From today, major platforms must take “reasonable steps” to block under-16s or ...
The Spinoff

What NZ can learn from Australia’s under-16s social media ban

Australia’s legislation places the responsibility and any punishment on social media platforms, rather than users or families. “There will be no penalties for under-16s who access an age-restricted ...

Australian PM says social media ban a 'proud day' - but some teens say they still have access

The social media accounts of Australians aged under-16 must be deactivated, with companies facing fines for not complying.
Global Voices

Australia's under 16 social media ban under microscope at home and abroad

"The social media feeds that once connected us are now driving us apart. Social media algorithms are flooding young men’s ...