Meta Platforms criticized the rushed legislation stating, "We are concerned about the process, which rushed the legislation through while failing to properly consider the evidence, what industry already does to ensure age-appropriate experiences, and the voices of young people."
A Snapchat representative echoed concern, stating, "We raised serious concerns about the law and there remain many unanswered questions about how it would work. But we will engage closely with the government to develop an approach balancing privacy, safety and practicality."
TikTok expressed disappointment, warning that the ban could push young users to more dangerous online spaces, saying, "It's entirely likely the ban could see young people pushed to darker corners of the internet where no community guidelines, safety tools, or protections exist."
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese supported the ban, emphasizing the need for physical activity, declaring, "Young Australians should be off their phones and onto the footy and cricket field, the tennis and netball courts, in the swimming pool."
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