The proposed ban comes after a panel of experts in the country urged the government to take action.

Reuters

Australia proposes ban on social media for those under 16

The Australian government is set to introduce legislation banning social media use for children under 16. The legislation aims to protect children from online harm, including cyberbullying, exposure to inappropriate content, and mental health issues. While the ban won't affect existing users, it has sparked debate about the potential impact on children's digital literacy and online safety education.

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Times of India

India

This country plans to ban social media for kids under 16

The government says it wants to mitigate the "harm" social media is inflicting on children.

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BBC News

United Kingdom

Australia plans social media ban for under-16s

Australia will move to pass new laws banning children under 16 from social media, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Thursday, vowing to crack down on tech companies failing to protect young users.

NDTV

Australia To Ban Social Media For Children Under 16

Prime minister says social media is doing harm to Australian children and he’s calling time on it

independent.co.uk

Australia proposes landmark ban for children under 16 on social media

Young people under 16 could soon be banned from using social media in world-leading legislation introduced to Australian parliament.

smh.com.au

Australia

PM proposes social media ban for under 16s

The proposed legislation would put the country at the forefront of regulating social media access for children.

New York Times

New York

United States

Australia Moves to Ban Young Teens From Social Media

"Social media is doing harm to our kids and I'm calling time on it," says Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanse.

cbsnews.com

Australia plans "world-leading" social media ban for children under 16

CNET

Australia Proposes Sweeping Social Media Ban for Kids Under 16

Australia ’s Prime Minister has vowed to ban children under 16 from social media , saying the pervasive influence of platforms like Facebook and TikTok is...

Australia proposes ban on social media for those under 16

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