Australia Enacts World-First Social Media Ban for Under-16s
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | Australia enacts world-first law banning children under 16 from social media. |
| Platforms Impacted | TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Reddit, X, and others. |
| Penalties | Fines of up to AUD 50 million for non-compliance. |
| Implementation Timeline | One year for platforms to implement the ban. |
| Industry Response | Meta and others criticized the rushed process and questioned enforcement. |
| Key Amendments | Prohibition on using government IDs or digital identification for verification. |
| Political Context | Alleged as a move to gain voter favor ahead of upcoming general elections. |