Australia voted to ban social media for kids under 16. But how tech companies should comply with the new law remains a big question.

Australia’s parliament has passed a 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.

Australia passes a law to ban social media for children under 16:: Canberra, Australia:: November 28, 2024:: Sarah Henderson, Liberal senator "We know there is widespread concern and evidence about the severe mental health impact of social media on children.