Australia Leads with World-First Social Media Ban for Children Under 16

Australia has enacted a groundbreaking law prohibiting children under the age of 16 from creating accounts on certain social media platforms, marking a significant step in online safety measures. The legislation, an amendment to the Online Safety Act 2021, passed both houses of parliament after months of debate but has drawn criticism for its rushed process and lack of clarity on implementation. While the law is supported by 77% of Australians, its enforcement won’t begin until after a 12-month preparatory period....