Ban on social media for kids under 16

This major US ally is banning social media for under-16s: What do you think?
Australia, a major American ally, is banning social media for children under 16 due to safety and security concerns.
YouTubers horrified by prospect of social media bans
Australians who make shows aimed at children on YouTube say they could lose their jobs if a blanket ban on social media includes the video sharing platform.
Australian states back national plan to ban children younger than 16 from social media
Australia’s states and territories have unanimously backed a world-first national plan to ban children younger than 16 from most forms of social media.
Australia to legislate ‘world-leading’ social media ban for children under 16
Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Thursday the government would legislate for a ban on social media for children under 16, a policy the government says is world-leading.
Australia wants to ban kids under 16 from social media as world governments seek to crack down on the 'addictive' apps
Australia announced plans to ban children under 16 from accessing social media in an effort to curb addiction and protect mental health.
Australia Plans World-First Ban on Social Media for Children Under 16
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced new legislation aiming to prohibit social media access for children under 16, labeling it a move to counter the harm he believes social platforms are inflicting on youth.
Australia Proposes World-First Ban on Social Media for Under-16s
The Australian government announced plans for legislation that would ban children under 16 from using social media, aiming to protect young users from online harm.
Australian PM proposes min age of 16 on social media
Australian PM Anthony Albanese has said a legislation will be presented next week in parliament banning those under 16 from social media.The ban would apply to minors already on social media, and parental consent will not matter.

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