The Australian federal government has implemented a legislative ban on social media use for children under 16 and is now holding a “targeted” consultation to develop specific online safety regulations. …
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TikTok, Meta, and Snap Take a Stand in Submissions Regarding Social Media Age Regulations
by adminThe Australian federal government has enacted legislation prohibiting social media access for children under 16 while currently working on “online safety rules” to define specifics and exclusions surrounding this ban. …
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Majority of Children Under 16 Continue Using Social Media Despite Groundbreaking Ban, Reports eSafety Commissioner
by adminA recent report from the eSafety Commission highlights significant social media usage among young Australians, with 80% of children aged 8 to 12 and 95% of those aged 13 to …
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Government Unveils List of Apps Subject to Social Media Ban for Under-16s and Those That Are Exempt
by adminThe definition of “social media” has caused some confusion regarding the recent legislation aimed at restricting access for users under 16, alongside significant penalties for non-compliance. The government has made …