Australia to legislate social media age limit of 16 but can't say how platforms will enforce it

The government has pledged to legislate an age limit of 16 years for social media access, which will include penalties for platforms that fail to comply.

Albanese emphasized the need for tech companies to take reasonable steps to prevent access for users under the age of 16, without detailing how enforcement would occur.

The eSafety commissioner will oversee enforcement of the new age limit law, and existing penalties below $1 million are considered inadequate for ensuring compliance.

The proposed legislation aims to address concerns regarding young people's exposure to harmful content on social media, highlighting issues like misogyny and body image.

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