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Australia passes world's 1st social media ban for under-16s

CNN on MSN · 1h

Tech companies put on notice as Australia passes world-first social media ban for under-16s

Australia’s parliament has passed a world-first law banning social media for children under 16, putting tech companies on notice to tighten security before a cut-off date that’s yet to be set. The Senate approved the social media ban late on Thursday,

After Australia legislated a teen social media ban, it has to figure out how to enforce it

From late 2025, platforms including Meta's (META.O) Instagram, Elon Musk's X, TikTok and Snapchat (SNAP.N) must show Australians they are taking reasonable steps to keep out users under 16 or face fines up to A$49.5 million ($32 million). Google's (GOOGL.O) YouTube, a classroom staple, is exempt.

NBC News on MSN · 4h

Australia passes landmark social media ban for children under 16

The ban, among the toughest in the world, has broad public support, but it has been criticized by experts who say it could have unintended negative consequences.

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Social Media’s Transformation: User Freedom to Algorithm Power

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New Scientist13h

Social media algorithms can change your views in just a single day

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