Tech companies put on notice as Australia passes world-first social ...
Nov 28, 2024 · Under the new law, tech companies must take “reasonable steps” to prevent under-age users from accessing social media services or face fines of nearly 50 million Australian dollars ($32 million).
Big Tech Says Australia 'Rushed' Social Media Ban for Youths …
Nov 29, 2024 · SYDNEY (Reuters) - Big Tech corporations on Friday hit out at a landmark Australian law that bans youths under the age of 16 from accessing social media, saying the law was "rushed"...
Australia bans social media for children under 16 | AP News
Nov 28, 2024 · The Australian Parliament has passed a social media ban for young children in a world-first law. The law will make platforms including TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X and Instagram liable for fines for systemic failures to prevent children younger than …
Australia passes social media ban for children under 16
SYDNEY, Nov 28 (Reuters) - Australia approved on Thursday a social media ban for children aged under 16 after an emotive debate that has gripped the nation, setting a benchmark for...
Australia passes youth social media ban. Now, it has to figure …
Nov 28, 2024 · Australia on Thursday passed into law a social media ban for those under 16 years old, setting a benchmark for jurisdictions around the world with one of the toughest regulations targeting...
Tech giant concern as social media ban passes - Yahoo News
Nov 28, 2024 · Australia approved the social media ban for children late on Thursday. The law forces tech giants from Instagram and Facebook owner Meta to TikTok to stop minors logging in or face fines of up to ...
Australia's new social media law bans most users under 16 - USA …
Nov 28, 2024 · Australia approved on Thursday a social media ban for children aged under 16 after an emotive debate that has gripped the nation, setting a benchmark for jurisdictions around the world with...
Australian social media ban on under-16s approved by …
Nov 28, 2024 · Australia will ban children under 16 from using social media, after its parliament approved the world's strictest laws. The ban, which will not take effect for at least 12 months, could see tech ...
Tech firms criticize Australia's 'rushed' social media ban for kids
6 days ago · Australia’s lawmakers have voted to ban those under the age of 16 from using social media—even if their parents are okay with it. On Friday morning, Australia’s House of Representatives approved...
Australia’s social media ban for kids is closer to becoming law
Nov 26, 2024 · Australia’s House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a bill that would ban children younger than 16 years-old from social media, leaving it to the Senate to finalize the world-first law.
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