Australia's under-16 social media ban faces enforcement challenges
Australia placed restrictions on social media for under-16s. But the government says Big Tech is dragging its feet on compliance โ and many teens are still on the platforms.
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Australia placed restrictions on social media for under-16s. But the government says Big Tech is dragging its feet on compliance โ and many teens are still on the platforms.
Australia, concerned over social media's impact on kids, placed restrictions for children under 16 on many major platforms. It's too soon to say if the law's working, but it's now a global test case.
OTTAWA โ The Liberal government says while its proposed digital safety legislation might affect freedom of expression, the bill itself is consistent with the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
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