Australia to double maximum penalty for platforms in breach of social media ban
The Australian government is doubling the maximum penalty for social media platforms that fail to enforce the national minimum age ban for children under 16. The move follows reports that many children still maintain access to banned platforms despite the legislation.
Why it matters
This represents a significant escalation in government efforts to regulate big tech and protect minors, setting a potential global precedent for digital safety enforcement.
Image source, Getty Images By Tabby Wilson BBC News Published 1 hour ago The Australian government has announced it will double the maximum penalty for breaches of the nation's social media minimum age law to $99m (£51.7m).
The report provides a factual account of government policy and the challenges of enforcement, citing both government officials and regulatory data.
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