Australia, social media

Australia introduces a bill that would ban children under 16 from social media
The proposed bill, supported by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, could fine companies up to AUD$49.5 million ($32.2 million) for violations.
Social Media Platforms That Violate Australia's Ban Bill May Face $32M Fine
Australia officially introduces a bill that would ban social media for minors under 16. The bill requires social media firms to take ‘reasonable steps’ to comply with the ban.
Australia launches 'landmark' bill to ban social media for children under 16
Australia's centre-left government on Thursday introduced a bill in parliament that aims to ban social media for children under 16 and proposed fines of up to A$49.5 million ($32 million) for social media platforms for systemic breaches.
Australia wants to impose the strictest social media ban for kids yet
The hard and fast proposed changes would ban all kids under 16 from social media, regardless of parental consent.
Australian Eyes $30m Fine For Social Media Flouting Under-16s Ban
Social media companies could be fined more than US$30 million if they fail to keep children off their platforms, under new laws tabled before Australia's parliament Thursday.
Australia tables bill; UK plans to block social media for children under-16s
The UK government is contemplating a ban on social media for children under 16, following Australia’s footsteps.
Australia’s plan to ban children from social media popular but problematic
The Australian government's plan to ban children from social media to protect them from harm has won almost universal political support.
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