Australia targets tech giants with new under-16 social media ban laws, doubles fines
Australia is introducing new legislation to strengthen its under-16 social media ban, including doubling fines for non-compliant tech giants. Despite the existing ban, studies show high usage rates among teens, prompting the government to grant regulators more power.
Why it matters
This represents a significant escalation in global efforts to regulate social media platforms and protect minors, setting a potential precedent for other nations.
Home News World Sports Entertainment Science Royal Trending Health Videos Technology Technology Australia targets tech giants with new under-16 social media ban laws, doubles fines A landmark study showed that 85 percent of 12 to 15-year-old Australians still use social media despite ban
The article reports on government legislative actions and industry non-compliance without taking a side on the policy's effectiveness.
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