Australia Moves Forward with Social Media Ban for Under-16s

Australia's House of Representatives has passed a bill to ban children under 16 from using social media platforms like TikTok and Facebook, with fines up to $33 million for non-compliance. The bill, which aims to enhance online safety, now awaits Senate approval. Critics argue it could infringe on privacy, limit parental control, and fail to address inherent social media harms. The legislation is expected to pass, despite concerns about its rushed implementation and potential negative impacts.