The law creates an enforcement 'framework,' with key details to be decided later, but the legislation puts the onus on social media companies, which could be fined up to $33 million for systemic failures to prevent underage access.
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, called the law 'rushed' and difficult to enforce but said it will comply. Snapchat warned of 'unintended consequences.'
X's owner, Elon Musk, called the law 'a backdoor way to control access to the internet by all Australians' - a claim officials deny.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said world leaders are applauding Australia’s efforts, indicating that the international community is looking closely at how this legislation evolves.
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