Australia to Implement Social Media Ban for Under-16s

Australia plans to introduce a groundbreaking ban on social media access for children under 16, citing concerns over mental and physical health risks. The proposed legislation, which includes stringent age-verification methods, aims to be the toughest globally, with no exemptions for parental consent or existing accounts. The initiative has received support from the opposition and will place the responsibility on social media platforms to enforce the ban. Critics argue it may drive youth to unregulated online spaces, advocating instead for balanced approaches to digital safety.