"The government first announced the ban earlier this month, saying it was taking action to prevent young people from online pornography, scams, cyberbullying and internet addiction."
"Communications minister Meutya Hafid told a news conference on Friday that X and Bigo Live have fully complied and called on other digital platforms to 'immediately align their products, features and services' to the new minimum age rules."
"Diena Haryana, founder of a Jakarta-based non-profit that works on online safety, welcomed the measure, telling the Associated Press that studies suggest children's use of social media can impact their mental health."
Indonesia has implemented a social media ban for children under 16, following Australia's example. This regulation aims to protect young people from online pornography, scams, cyberbullying, and internet addiction. Approximately 70 million individuals under 16, making up 25% of the population, will be affected. Platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook are included in the ban. Compliance is mandatory, with fines for non-compliance. The government emphasizes the importance of mental health and the need for digital platforms to align with these new rules.
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