The Australian Parliament has made history with a world-first law banning social media accounts for children under 16, which may impose fines on platforms that fail to comply.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasized the importance of the law for parents concerned about the online safety of their children, declaring it a significant step towards prioritizing children's welfare.
Critics, including Digital Industry Group Inc., expressed serious concerns over the law’s rushed nature and potential impacts on user privacy and platform responsibilities.
The new mandate requires platforms to implement technical measures within a year and enhances privacy protections by prohibiting user identity verification through government-issued documents.
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