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Australia to Become First Country to Ban Social Media for Under-16s, Says PM Albanese Amid Poll Decline

Nov 6, 2024, 10:47 PM

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced plans to implement a ban on social media usage for individuals under the age of 16. This proposal aims to establish a minimum age requirement for social media platforms, positioning Australia as a potential pioneer in this regulatory approach to protect children from online harms. The announcement comes amid a challenging political landscape for Albanese, who has faced a decline in poll numbers and various scandals affecting his leadership. The government is expected to formally propose this restriction, which has garnered support from the Labor party.