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Australia has enacted the world's first social media ban for children under the age of 16, forcing major social media platforms, including TikTok, X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Snapchat, to block over a million accounts. The unprecedented regulation came into effect on December 10, marking a historic move in online safety. This step is expected to inspire a global wave of similar regulatory actions aimed at protecting young users. Have a look at the live view of Sydney Harbour, the symbolic backdrop to this pivotal moment.
Australia has enacted the world's first social media ban for children under the age of 16, forcing major social media platforms, including TikTok, X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Snapchat, to block over a million accounts. The unprecedented regulation came into effect on December 10, marking a historic move in online safety. This step is expected to inspire a global wave of similar regulatory actions aimed at protecting young users. Have a look at the live view of Sydney Harbour, the symbolic backdrop to this pivotal moment.