In a groundbreaking move, Australia is set to enforce the world's strictest social media regulations by banning users under 16 from accessing platforms such as Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and others.

TikTok assesses Australia's policy banning children under 16 from accessing social media pushes them into the 'dark corners of the internet'.

Touch highlighted the dangers of social media for young people, calling it a source of discontent and a gateway to harmful content. “The rest of the world should follow suit. My

The new law will deliver a message to tech companies to "clean up their act," the country's prime minister has said.

Australia's new social media law targets under 16s, igniting debates on privacy, enforcement, and its broader societal implications.

Global tech giants including Meta, TikTok and Google have heavily criticized Australian legislation to ban children under 16 from accessing social media platforms, setting the stage for a policy fight as the government tries to push the bill through parliament this week.

Australia has passed a first-ever social media ban for youth, barring children under the age of 16 from using the platforms. The Australian Senate passed the legislation Thursday night with

Australian Senate Passes Social Media Ban for Children Under 16 Australia has introduced a significant law banning social media access for children under 16. The legislation addresses concerns about cyberbullying,