Australia to Ban Children Under 16 from Social Media This Year

Nov 6, 2024, 11:06 PM

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced plans to introduce legislation banning children under the age of 16 from using social media. The government aims to protect children from online harms and address concerns over mental health and online safety. This move would make Australia the first country in the world to impose such a restriction. Social media companies will be required to ensure compliance with the new age limit. Labor will introduce the legislation this year.